“Every young child deserves a
Every young child deserves a fair chance to succeed in school…and in life.
Through one-on-one reading and math tutoring and family support, we empower children to become lifelong learners.
Your gift will surround a child in a circle of care so they may succeed in school.
Will you make a gift today?
Latest News
2023-2024 Tutors Needed
Can you spare two hours a week to tutor an elementary child in reading or math? Training is provided, and children are eagerly waiting to be assigned a caring tutor.
Our Programs

Empowering children to rise to their God-given potential.
Our one-on-one tutoring and family support programs close the achievement gap by surrounding elementary children in a circle of care so they may develop literacy and numeracy skills to succeed in school… and in life.
What will your legacy be?
Children Rising Legacy Circle
Your future gift will instill hope and promise in our community for future generations. You can leave a legacy with a planned gift through your will, trust, IRA, or life insurance.
You can help a promising child rise above!
We make it easy! We will train you, match you with a child that needs you the most, and support you and your student!
The life you change may be your own!

Reading Tutor
60% of Oakland 3rd Graders read below grade-level average. For them, it’s more than just learning to read. It’s about reading to learn.

Math Tutor
One-on-one teaching helps struggling students learn math concepts.

Mentor
Nearly 40% of Oakland high school students are dropping out. Be a role model – open their eyes to career opportunities through education.
Testimonials
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Iyana Amayani, Succeeding by Reading tutor