Join Pam Cote, BBF’s Senior Director of Literacy Programs and Partnerships, and Sarah Cacicio, Director of ALL IN: Adult Literacy & Learning Impact Network, for a free webinar on the importance of investing in multiple literacies. Learn more and register here: rb.gy/2lbjkd

Before National Volunteer Month ends, we want to commend the wonderful volunteer mentors in our Book Explorers and ReadSquad reading mentoring programs for helping young readers build literacy skills and confidence! Learn more here: barbarabush.org/book-explorers/

On National First Ladies Day, we'd like to honor our founder Barbara Bush, as well as the lives and impactful legacies of all first ladies.

To all who celebrate, we are wishing you a very happy Passover!

Happy Earth Day!

On the sixth anniversary of her passing, the life and legacy of our founder, Barbara Bush, continue to have a profound impact throughout our country. Today, we remain committed to realizing her vision of building a stronger America through literacy.

Our friend Jean Becker, who served as President George H.W. Bush's Chief of Staff for more than two decades, shares touching and pivotal life lessons from a leader who left a mark on people's hearts and souls in her new book, 'Character Matters.' rb.gy/8r668p

Check out the latest issue of Educator Edition! We're excited to provide updates on our reading mentoring programs and highlight our collaborative work with libraries and corporate partners to build digital literacy skills in local communities. Find it at rb.gy/djyqx1

Libraries continue to play a vital role in improving literacy skills. This #NationalLibraryWeek , we want to thank all the librarians who help better the lives of countless individuals and their communities as a whole.

Students in our reading mentoring programs made literacy gains at three times the rate of their peers who learn in the classroom alone! You can help us work toward Barbara Bush's vision of a more literate America by making a tax-deductible donation at barbarabush.org/donate/

Wishing you a peaceful and happy Easter!

We'd like to give a shoutout to the students in our Book Explorers reading mentoring program, which provides resources so that parents, educators, and student mentors can help young readers build literacy skills and confidence. Learn more here: barbarabush.org/book-explorers/
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Happy National Puppy Day! The world is a happier, cuter place thanks to our furry friends.

This Women’s History Month, we’re reading 'Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America's History-Making Women,' which shows how this unique role has evolved over the years, and how first ladies have used the platform to leave a lasting impact. rb.gy/yy6d78

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

As we celebrate our 35th anniversary, we're proud to highlight the lasting impact of Mrs. Bush's commitment to bettering the lives of millions of Americans through literacy. Read more in this wonderful piece by Jennifer Taylor for East Wing Magazine: rb.gy/6yni2z

35 years since our founding, we are proud to carry on the work that Barbara Bush began to build a more literate America. Learn about our impactful initiatives, from reading mentorship programs to digital book collections and much more in our newsletter: rb.gy/051aza

We are excited to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors. These new members bring a wealth of expertise in business, media, and philanthropy in support of our work to build a more literate America. Read more here: rb.gy/l3ljlm

We were thrilled to play a key role in this wonderful event to promote greater awareness and investment in adult literacy nationwide.

If you are a parent or educator, check out these great reads for teaching about Black History Month, including books recommended by Librarian of Congress and friend of the Barbara Bush Foundation, Dr. Carla Hayden. Carla Hayden
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