March 3-5, United Way volunteers will visit eight selected child care centers to share the gift of reading and support families in growing their access to books.

Why It’s Important

The act of reading with a child is a loving one. When a child is read to, it allows them to learn about the world, expand their vocabulary, build their brain, and most importantly, allows them to feel loved.

Participating Child Care Centers are in Davidson, Dickson, Montgomery and Williamson counties and were specially selected based on several important factors. In certain zip codes, less than 50% of children who are eligible are enrolled in Imagination Library AND the average median income is less than $50,000 annually. We know that families living below this threshold often struggle to afford the basics.

Here’s How You Can Help

Donate to Center’s Wishlists. You don’t have to volunteer to be a part of United We Read! Each Center has provided a list of items they need. Visit our Amazon Registry to select and purchase items which will be distributed to the centers.

Wishlist Items include:

• Dry-Erase LapBoards
• Washable Markers
• Colored Craft Sticks
• Crayons
• Play Doh
• Colored Toy Sand
• Kids Scissors
• Glue Sticks
• Disinfecting Wipes
• & More!

Questions?

Email the Day of Action team at dayofaction@unitedwaygn.org.