Welcome to ReadConnect
Promoting a Love for Books and a Positive Mindset
ReadConnect is a student-led nonprofit igniting a passion for reading and positive thinking in non-native English speaking children. Dedicated to social change, we aim to raise awareness and empower the next generation through education and positive action.
Our Story
ReadConnect, a student-founded nonprofit organization, was founded in 2011 in Hong Kong in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19, initiating volunteer reading programs aimed at non-native English speaking children. These sessions were designed to counteract reduced face-to-face interactions during the pandemic, providing a platform for children to gain confidence in speaking and communicating in English through interactions with our teen volunteers. Alongside our Hong Kong team, we have dedicated teams in Thailand, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, all united in our mission to foster a love of reading and a positive mindset globally.
What we do
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Volunteer Chapters
Empowering Future Generations
Our volunteer chapters, backed by an organized reading program, collaborate closely with local schools and community centers. Through active engagement, we foster a love for reading among children. This united effort allows us to make a substantial positive impact, equipping young learners with essential skills for a brighter future
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Book Donation
Making a difference
One Book at a Time
We support schools, community services, and developing countries by donating books and sharing our reading programs. Central to our mission, this initiative ensures vital resources reach those in need, fostering a global culture of reading and empowering communities through education
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Resource Enrichment
Fostering love and positivity
We provide a curated list of books for various age groups and accompanying extension worksheets, along with video recommendations. These resources are accessible to schools and community centers, enabling them to nurture a love of reading and foster a positive culture among children
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