Oregon Children's

Smart Reading is a literacy nonprofit organization based in Springfield, OR, dedicated to helping young children become strong and confident readers. They achieve this by providing books and volunteer reading support to children in need. With a vision of creating an Oregon where all children can reach their full potential through reading, Smart Reading pairs young children with volunteers for weekly reading sessions and gives them books to keep, strengthening their education. Through their shared reading programs, they provide a meaningful way for the community to support children and their families, promoting a lifelong love of reading. Smart Reading's impact is evident in the numbers, with over 4 million books given to children, 266,000 students served, and more than 4.5 million volunteer reading hours contributed. Their programs have resulted in 9 out of 10 students experiencing growth in reading enjoyment. In addition to their one-to-one shared reading programs, Smart Reading also operates the Children's Book Bank, which accepts community book donations to distribute to local kids. They offer various volunteer opportunities and organize events throughout the year to further their mission of promoting literacy and providing access to books for children in Oregon.Generated from the website

Pegasus Playhouse is a nonprofit theater located in downtown Springfield, Oregon, dedicated to fostering creativity and community engagement through the arts. The organization plays a vital role in enhancing the cultural landscape of the area by providing opportunities for wonder and play. In addition to hosting summer camps and past shows, Pegasus Playhouse encourages local support to sustain its mission and contribute to the vibrant heartbeat of Springfield and Eugene. Through its various programs, the theater aims to inspire and entertain audiences of all ages. Generated from the website