Every book I read helps educate a child in India (Independent)

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What is the Readathon?
Pratham USA Readathon 2013 is a fundraising initiative that encourages kids in the U.S. to read more books and raise money to help less fortunate kids in India learn to read.
How does it work?
Kids ask their friends and family to donate money to Pratham for every book they read. The more books they read, the more money they raise.
Where does my money go?
All donations go to support Pratham’s work for child literacy in India. With the help of trained professionals and dedicated volunteers, Pratham runs pre-schools and after-school programs in many cities and villages of India so that underprivileged children can read, write and count at their appropriate grade level. Pratham needs only $25 to educate one child for one whole year.
Who can participate?
Kids of any age can participate (adults too!). Children too young to read can have a parent or other older siblings read to them, and count those books.
Why participate?
Reading is good for everyone. Reading to help others by participating in this Readathon is a great way to do community service, and enjoy the benefits of reading at the same time – increased vocabulary, improved communication skills and the joy of helping others.
Are there prizes?
Yes! Certificates of Appreciation go to all readers. Prizes will also be given to readers who raise $100, $250, $500, or more. A Young Reader Award will be given to the reader who raises the most money and a Young Leader Award will be given to the Readathon Coordinator who demonstrates strong leadership skills and whose team raises a significant amount of money.
What is a Readathon Coordinator?
A Readathon Coordinator (RC) is a high school student who will lead a team of younger readers and guide, support, and cheer them on in meeting their reading and fundraising goals for the Readathon. A RC will learn good management and leadership skills, and can also enjoy all the benefits of being a reader. For more information, click here.
How do I know if my donation makes a difference?
With every $1,000 raised, Pratham will be able to educate 40 children for one whole year. Readers and donors will receive a story about a group of students helped through money they raised or donated in the Readathon. For reading some stories from last year, click here.

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Jun 27 Red Hat Matching gave 50 for child education in India
Mar 30 Nikhil made a 25 contribution
Mar 20 Microsoft gave 25 for child education in India
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Microsoft gave 25 for child education in India
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Microsoft gave 100 for child education in India
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The Green Street Foundation gave 100 for child education in India
The Green Street Foundation gave 100 for child education in India
The Green Street Foundation gave 100 for child education in India
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Kerri gave 25 for child education in India
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Oct 16 Sandeep made a 100 contribution
Mamata gave 75 for child education in India
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Oct 14 Teresa made a 25 contribution
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Rashmi gave 25 for child education in India
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Anna made a 51 contribution
Vinay gave 25 for child education in India
Oct 12 Nikhil made a 25 contribution
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Vaishali gave 50 for child education in India
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Sujata gave 50 for child education in India
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Pratham USA Readathon 2013

Pratham’s Readathon gets kids in the U.S. reading more books to help kids in India overcome illiteracy — a win-win solution!

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Pratham USA - Every Child In School and Learning Well

Pratham is the largest not-for-profit organization providing quality education to underprivileged children in India.  Pratham uses very low-cost and scalablee methods and works in collaboration with the government, local communities, parents, teachers and volunteers across the country to educate millions of children every year. Pratham’s mission is “Every Child in School and Learning
Well.”

Pratham USA, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a four-star rating (the highest possible) from Charity Navigator accepts tax deductible contributions from U.S. donors to help Pratham continue and expand its work for child literacy and education. For more information, visit www.prathamusa.org.