I’ve had the privilege to work with, represent and promote Beyond Basics Literacy Organization, since 2013 in many capacities; as a graduate of the proven and structured Certified Tutor program, as a Fund Raising Event Advocate and Volunteer among corporate business Sponsors, as a Business Development/Marketing Partner, as a Children’s Book Publishing Coach and Summer Books Programs Distributor, as a Donator, and as an organizer of Funds and Books donations. Beyond Basics is a truly grounded team of hard-working leaders with a clear and valuable mission of Changing the Destiny of Children’s lives, and positively impacting Communities through Literacy and Education. I’m honored to be part of such a passionate team that works tirelessly to raise Reading Grade Levels, of over 7,500 struggling students, by years, within a compressed four to fourteen-week proven curriculum. Beyond Basics exposes children, on an international level, to graduated learning through Masters of Arts and Book Publishing programs as well. Beyond Basics believes in working closely with multiple school staff and Administrations to promote one/one consistent Mentorship to help raise each individual’s self-esteem, confidence, and to empower participants to create their own unique visions to reach their fullest potentials and positively impact their communities. Beyond Basics teams up with leading edge Partners, like the Detroit Youth Boxing Gym and collaboratively created the Books Before Boxing mission. It was especially an exciting Honor to serve as a Host for the Grand Opening of Beyond Basic’s Family Literacy Center at the historical Durfee Innovation Society (DIS) in 2018, which was named one of the first ENVision Center’s in America by Dr. Ben Carson, US Secretary of Housing & Urban Development. Families in search of resources and coaching to obtain GED’s, college preparatory testing and healthy life activities, can find them with Beyond Basics at Durfee. This location is also a collaboration with General Motors, many other generous Sponsors, and other local Non-Profits. Beyond Basics is an extraordinary organization focusing on the heart of change! Together we Move the Motor City!
I've seen kids beam with pride at what they accomplished. Beyond Basics played a vital role in enabling our kids to enjoy books and get them reading. I'm so happy with what Beyond Basic has accomplished
I am a proud supporter of Beyond Basics - and have taken an active role in promoting the amazing work that they do to improve literacy! I am a member of the young professional group, leaders for literacy committee, which has allowed me to become even more involved in this incredible cause! They are making a real impact in the Detroit community to improve children's literacy rates. Their proven methods have resulted in decades of success - and they continue this trajectory as they expand into other school districts in the Michigan area. This organization is grassroots, committed to their cause, and takes great pride in the work they do. I will be a lifelong Beyond Basics supporter!
As a donor and proud supporter of Beyond Basics, the work they are doing in the Detroit community is amazing! The American literacy rates are critically low and Beyond Basics is doing great work to combat this. Their intervention and methods really work.
I choose to donate to Beyond Basics because they are one of the few literacy organizations that offer a proven solution. Students receive one on one daily tutoring. This intensive program unlocks the miracle and power of reading.
I was introduced to Beyond Basics over 15 years ago through my previous role leading Corporate Social Responsibility efforts at a global corporation. The company I worked for funded Beyond Basics literacy and enrichment activities at a Detroit public elementary school for more than a decade. As a donor and volunteer, it was absolutely wonderful to experience the joy that Beyond Basics programming brings to students everyday. Now, years later, the Beyond Basics program offers a proven solution to bringing students up to grade-level in reading. The daily, high-intensity tutoring- delivered with that same joy that existed in Beyond Basics from its inception - is helping to pave the path to new possibilities for thousands of students. I believe so strongly in this mission to end illiteracy and the method that Beyond Basics delivers that I left my corporate role to join the organization full-time. I am so proud to be a member of the Beyond Basics family.
Sharing the gift and potential that reading literacy offers people is the heart of BEYOND BASICS. ❤️ Their positive efforts are a powerful change-maker for GOOD!
I am an enthusiastic volunteer, donor and passionate supporter of BEYOND BASICS!
I recently spent the morning touring a couple of schools that Beyond Basics works with. I was very impressed with their program and the work that they are doing. It seems such a simple thing to learn to read and yet so many children in poor or underserved communities are missing out. Literacy is a truly impactful gift. And I love that they don't stop with teaching a child or young adult to read but they also engage them in other ways and show them that they are valued! Keep up the great work!!
I recently, came across Beyond Basics and did research on them and their mission. I like how they are trying to teach and support the children in Detroit to make for a better future for them. They use their tutoring programs to get these students literate. They bring them up to grade level and sometimes even higher. It is amazing to see how passionate they are towards helping these students. I couldn't be happier to say I help support this organization.