Motivating young readers to celebrate reading
as a way to excel in school and succeed in life...
The Chuck4Short Foundation, 501(c)(3), is a locally owned and operated nonprofit organization committed to improving the reading readiness for kids K-3 to ensure they reach grade level literacy. Our organization focuses on high needs areas by creates fun ways to read and learn by crafting moral-based storybooks, providing free books to the community, and offering literacy/mentoring services to help children learn to read and succeed. We view reading as a way to improve academically, build confidence socially, and learn about things that spark kid's passions and interests. Our various programs and events give them exposure to different types of career fields and paths; promoting reading as a tool and pathway to current and future success.
On Sunday, September 5th, 2021, The Chuck4Short Foundation, Inc. will host our Life, Love & Literacy Father Daughter date series sponsored by BiG | Business Integration Group.
This year we’ve created a festival environment for Dads & Daughters to share fun experiences while giving back to the community. We will be collecting and donating backpacks and school supplies to benefit kids & families supported by United Communities Against Poverty in Prince George’s Co.
With proper resources at their disposal, students find the confidence to return to school day in and day out. Teachers, too, are empowered to do their best work when they are supported by the resources they need to maintain effective, equitable learning environments.
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$20: Backpacks & Supplies
$15: Backpacks
$10: Supplies
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Featured Publications
The World is yours
"The World is Yours" is the first published work from 4 year old author, Liam K. Gaither. It's based on a blend of his daily experiences in Pre-K and motivate by his song of choice during morning commutes. Vivid illustrations from artist Robby Lanier portray his adventures on the schoolyard as Liam inspires, encourages, and celebrates his peers.
More Than a Month: Culture, Milestones, & Achievements
Celebrating black history 365 days a year. Our "More Than a Month: Culture, Milestones, & Achievements" coloring book highlights African Americans throughout history with fun illustrations and interesting facts to engage young readers.
Lionel Taylor
Our Doris O. McIntyre Scholarship award recipient. Lionel is a Business Admin/Economics major at Bowie State University.
CHUCK4SHORT SHORTCUTS
Shortcuts are fun animated versions of our Chuck4Short book series.
Reading Rockstar's Tour
The Chuck4Short Reading Rockstar's Tour visits communities across the U.S. to donate books and reading materials to kids grade levels K-3 in grand fashion. The highlight of our tour is the Block Party which emphasizes the FUN in reading fundamentals.
Toy talks
Modeled from TED Talks, the Chuck4Short TOY Talks is a series of interactive presentations, life lectures, and fun exchanges. TOY Talks will uplift, educate, & inspire individual thought for elementary students with bright ideas and passionate hearts.
Chuck4Short Community Events
For the win festival
The For the WIN Festival celebrates the rewards of reading and motivates young minds to be creative, strategic, and purposeful in accomplishing goal-driven results.
Life, Love & Literacy: Father Daughter Gala
As part of the Life, Love & Literacy initiative, the Chuck4Short Foundation held it's first annual Father Daughter Gala. This special occasion was dedicated to the unmatched bond between fathers & daughters.
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day is our annual initiative that provides free backpacks, school supplies and additional resources to students and families in the District. In 2017, we set a high priority on reinforcing the value of reading at home with a parent, sibling or guardian.
Literacy Lounge
On January 21, The Chuck4Short Foundation, Inc, launched the first literacy lounge at the Independence Place housing development in Ward 7, S.E. D.C.
In collaboration with We Feed Our People, the team created an energetic learning space for kids and provided families with warm meals, essential toiletries and household products.
Kicks for the Cause Pop-Up
On December 19th, the foundation, in partnership with the Pure Gold Alumni chapter of the NSUAA presented Kicks for the Cause Pop-Up shop. During out 14th annual Present is a Gift event, we gave away new & gently used shoes to DC-metro area shelters for women and children. All families will also receive care kits including blankets, masks, hand sanitizers, toilet paper and other essential toiletries.
Books and Baskets
Meet Mr. Poindexter's 3rd grade class at Browne Education Campus in N.E. D.C. The Chuck4Short foundation awarded books and Georgetown Basketball tickets to the participants in the teacher vs student basketball game.
the Present is a Gift
The Chuck4Short Foundation treated families supported by the WE-CAN-CERVIVE organization to a ToysRUs shopping trip for the holidays.
