INVEST IN CHICAGO STUDENT LITERACY

Your support helps SitStayRead bring dogs, books, evidence-based literacy programs and confidence to young readers in Chicago.

Thank you for supporting our work and our vision of a 100% literate Chicago!


FUNDRAISING IDEAS

SitStayRead students express excitement for their new books.

BIRTHDAYS

Host a fundraiser for SitStayRead in honor of a loved one’s birthday. This can be an inspiring introduction to philanthropy for young people!

SitStayRead student is all smiles with his Certified Reading Assistance Dog.

GRADUATIONS

Are you or a loved one graduating soon? Consider asking friends and family to support your favorite education organization by hosting a fundraiser!

 
SitStayRead Dog Team helps young student with reading.

TRIBUTE GIVING

SitStayRead is honored to receive gifts in honor or memory of the people and pets closest to you. When making your online donation, select “Yes” when asked if you’re making a tribute gift and follow the prompts. We can reach out to the appropriate parties to let them know about this thoughtful gesture if you share contact details.

SitStayRead students show off the new books from their Summer Fun Packs.

ANNIVERSARIES & WEDDING GIFTS

Do you and your partner love dogs and literacy? Consider asking friends and family to donate to SitStayRead in honor of your wedding or anniversary!


 

IMPACT + ACCOUNTABILITY

SitStayRead uses your contributions responsibly. Please read our most recent impact reports and accept our thanks again for your investment in our work and our students.

2022-2023 Impact Report

2020-2021 Impact Report
2019-2020 Impact Report
2018-2019 Impact Report

All of SitStayRead’s 990s may be viewed here.