We provide every child who does not read at grade level an opportunity for success through one-on-one reading sessions with a committed volunteer.
The ability to read is fundamental to success- in school, in the workplace, in becoming an engaged citizen. Too many of the kids in our community today, cannot read at grade level. We need concerned citizens who are willing to spend 1-hour a week helping a child learn to read, in turn, building their self confidence and setting them on a path to success. According to statistics from the US Departm
05/20/2026
π Student Spotlight! π
An amazing 4th grader from Emma Wilson Elementary School shares her favorite thing about Reading Pals:
βI love to read and how everyone is supportive and really nice.β π¬
We love seeing the joy and confidence our students build as they grow throughout the year. πβ¨
𧑠1 CHILD | 1 VOLUNTEER | 1 HOUR A WEEK π
03/03/2026
Student Story of the Week!π
A student had the option to stay and finish an art project or come to Reading Pals. After making sure she understood, she confidently chose to come to RP. π§‘π
01/01/2026
Happy New Year! π May 2026 be filled with joy, positivity, and of course, plenty of books.ππ§‘
12/24/2025
From all of us at Reading Pals, we hope your holidays are filled with joy, happiness, and of course, books!πππ§‘
12/19/2025
Thank you to Rotary for the generous book donation to our Reading Pals students! The kids were absolutely thrilled and couldnβt believe they each got to choose a brand new book to take home and keep. We are so grateful for your support! π§‘π
12/03/2025
Make sure to grab their new issue or read it online! π§‘π
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12/03/2025
Make sure to check out this fun-filled event hosted by Golden Valley Bank π§‘π
Join us at our Chico location on December 12, 2025, for a delightful photo opportunity with Santa!
Bring your own camera or smartphone to capture the moment!
12/02/2025
Happy Giving Tuesday! π
We are incredibly grateful to Golden Valley Bank for selecting Reading Pals as one of five recipients of a $20,000 matching donation. Because of their generosity, every gift goes twice as far, and weβre now just $5,000 away from reaching the matching goal! The match is available through Thursday, December 4, offering everyone the opportunity to double their impact.
Your support helps us to expand Reading Pals to more schools and reaching even more students. Give today and help us cross the finish line! β€οΈπ
Donate here:
https://readingpalschico.networkforgood.com/projects/202643-reading-pals-general-fund
11/27/2025
Happy Thanksgiving from Reading Pals!
Wishing you a warm and joyful holiday! π§‘π
11/18/2025
Big thanks to Chico Sunrise Rotary for sponsoring the Reading Pals Reading Center at Chapman Elementary this year!
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