Nonprofit Organization
Every child deserves to see themselves in the stories they read.
We help make that a reality.
Our MISSION
The mission of the As Told By Foundation is to increase literacy rates by providing elementary-aged children with free access to culturally relevant literature that fosters literacy through representation and empowers students to see themselves in the stories they read.​​
Our VISION
Our vision is to cultivate a future where every child has access to stories that reflect their identity, spark a love of reading, and nurture them into literate leaders.
Our VALUES
Representation
Empowerment
Curiosity
Community
Joy
Equity
Our PARTNERS
Your partnership strengthens us.
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With more community-minded partners, As Told By Foundation strengthens and grows. We are only able to take on our mission with the help and dedication that our partners have extended to us. With their consistent support and resources, more young voices are amplified, and who wouldn’t want to be a part of that?
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If you want to impact the lives of young people, we want to partner with you!
Our RECOGNITION
2024 Literacy Champion of the Year: Queen City Book Bank
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2023 Literacy Leader Award: Ohio Educational Library Media Association
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United Way of Greater Cincinnati Black Empowerment Works Grant Recipient
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Hamilton County Youth INSPIRE Grant Recipient