View of the banquet hall at Tebala: White drapes hand from the ceiling and the United Way logo is projected against the far wall. People sit, chatting at tables.
More than 280 community members gathered on June 12 at the Tebala Event Center for Tea for Tomorrow: Building a Tradition of Literacy, an event…
Karl Cole and a child read together in a classroom
When Karl Cole first stepped into a first-grade classroom at Ralston Elementary as a United Way IREAD volunteer, he wasn’t new to mentoring young…
Mother reading aloud to young daughter
Reading aloud to children is one of the most powerful ways parents and caregivers can nurture a child’s development. From the earliest months of life…
Young boy smiling and holding up a Page Turner book
In classrooms and living rooms across Winnebago County, something powerful is happening—one book at a time. Through United Way’s Tiny Turners and…
A preschool aged girl gazes up at a book reader out of frame
In an ongoing effort to increase early childhood literacy across Winnebago County, United Way of Rock River Valley (UWRRV) has streamlined its 2025/…
simple graphic that says "Board of Directors"
United Way of Rock River Valley (UWRRV) recently announced during its annual meeting, key leadership transitions within its Board of Directors…
baby and mom with book
By Larissa Currier-Brown, Ready to Learn Project Manager, Alignment Rockford At Alignment Rockford, we believe early childhood is the foundation of…
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Now Hiring: Literacy Manager Hourly Rate: $24–$26 (based on education and experience) + Full Benefits Are you passionate about literacy and education…
woman plays with baby on the floor
By Lana Paris, Executive Director, Discovery Center Museum  At Discovery Center, we believe that the magic of reading can start from day one! Thanks…