Lara Zielin

I’m so excited! It’s here! It’s Youth Literacy Day!

I could sit here and tell you in great detail how my local 826michigan organization helps teens read, write, and develop a love for words — and do they ever. But, curiously, they do the same thing for me, too. It’s true! I have adored being involved in this organization as a volunteer, and each time I’m there, I walk away more and more pumped about anything having to do with literacy and the printed word.

Which is to say, when you celebrate Youth Literacy Day today, and I know you will, it’s not just about kids. It’s about communities, and impacting people on every level — volunteers, parents, teachers, the whole ball of wax.

The 826 organizations do amazing work. Please help them today by clicking here to donate $8.26 through PayPal or text the word WRITE to 20222 for a one-time donation of $10.

Thanks for celebrating 826 on 8/26!

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