More than 80% of Newark third graders cannot read on grade level.  This is a crisis — and a defining moment for our community.

Today, on #GivingTuesday, you can help the Urban League of Essex County address this urgent challenge.

Planned for opening in 2026 at Fairmount Commons, the ULEC Literacy Center will provide:

• Free reading tutoring for children

• Writing, storytelling, and theater-based literacy programs

• Literacy-focused professional development for parents and teachers

• Advocacy training to strengthen literacy policy

• A safe, inspiring space for learning and community empowerment

Your Giving Tuesday gift directly fuels this work.

Every contribution helps us get closer to building this vital resource.

👉 Make your secure gift of any size and stand with Newark’s young readers.

Reading is a civil right.
Thank you for supporting ULEC and our Literacy Movement.