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Give students an opportunity to grow their love of reading by volunteering for United We Read!
United We Read is a partnership started with Lubbock County school districts to encourage 2nd-grade students to engage in active reading and to prepare them for 3rd grade. Every year, our volunteers read to our students, guide them through a craft, and give them a copy of the book so they can practice their reading skills at home.
Last year, volunteers visited 190 second grade classrooms, in 9 school districts and two charter schools, reading to over 4,500 students.
We prioritize education as the key to children’s future success. The purpose of this event is to highlight the importance of students being grade-level readers by 3rd grade. Research shows that students who have not mastered basic reading skills by then begin to fall behind in every area of study, as classrooms shift from learning to read to reading to learn.
United We Read is a fun way for students to stay engaged in reading. We need volunteers to help us organize and provide thousands of students with books and crafts!
Volunteers will read a children's book to 2nd grade classrooms across the LISD district to encourage reading.
We prepare a craft that matches the theme of the book to keep students interested and engaged in the story.
By donating to United Way, you can help us get the books and craft materials for students to participate.
All funds in the Campaign go into the Community Fund unless a donor designates a specific agency or other United Way. On an annual basis, United Way Volunteers evaluate overall community needs and United Way funded programs. Money is then allocated based on these evaluations and the recommendations of the volunteer committees. The Community Fund is the best way to help the most people and meet the greatest needs in our community.
In the spring, trained volunteers evaluate community needs and the services provided by United Way Community Partners. This review assures that all gifts are used in a manner that best meets the needs of our community. These volunteers make funding recommendations to the United Way Board of Directors for final approval. To find out more or to find out how you can volunteer, visit our website.
Lubbock Area United Way has specific policies against pressuring anyone to give. The decision to give is a personal one and up to each individual. No one should be pressured or coerced into giving. Read Lubbock Area United Way’s full Voluntary Giving Policy and Donor Bill of Rights.
The money raised in Lubbock stays in the area. Our organization sends approximately 1.5% of the total amount raised to United Way Worldwide and United Ways of Texas as our membership fee. This fee provides us with invaluable national and state fundraising opportunities, marketing, and staff training support.
Yes, gifts to Lubbock Area United Way are tax deductible. Donors should consult their tax
professional.
Yes, the designated contribution section at the bottom of the pledge form allows donors to pick a specific agency to receive their gift. The donor may pick a maximum of two Lubbock Area United Way Community Partners (listed on the back of the pledge form) or another United Way. Donors may give to both the United Way Community Fund and to a specific agency or other United Way. There is a minimum of $50 for each selection.
While Lubbock Area United Way partners with several agencies considered to be faith-based, United Way is not represented by any one particular faith. Partner agencies providing United Way-funded services do not discriminate based on religion, faith, or denomination.
No organization funded by Lubbock Area United Way is involved in providing abortion services.
Please feel free to email info@lubbockunitedway.org with any additional questions. Our site also offers extensive information at lubbockunitedway.org.
Lubbock Area United Way is an organization dedicated to mobilizing our community through support and resources.
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