“It is an incredible honor to see seeds of love, creativity, and inclusiveness blossom yearly into smiling and more empowered children that will be the next generation of community.” Throughout 2019,
By: Erik Martinez Jumpstart Alum, UCLA 2012-2016 During the season of giving, I often find myself reflecting on the many experiences that helped shape who I am today. Jumpstart
“I think having those young, college corps members bring their enthusiasm to those little children has been critical for so many children in the state over the last 25 years.” Throughout
The results for Read for the Record 2019 are in! Because of amazing champions for literacy like YOU, Jumpstart exceeded our goal of bringing together 2 million readers on Read for
We absolutely love seeing all the amazing ways that you all choose to celebrate Jumpstart’s Read for the Record each year! You never fail to impress us with the
“As a member of the board for nearly 22 years, I witnessed [the Jumpstart founders’] vision become a reality, changing the lives of children, college students, families, and entire communities
“Through the simple act of holding your child close while you read to them, you let them know that you care for them, have time for them, and love them.” Throughout
“Universities, through our education and our service, can play a role of transforming communities. And Jumpstart, through its strategic focus, really capitalizes on that.” Throughout 2019, in honor of Jumpstart’s 25th
“Over these 25 years, Jumpstart volunteers have impacted the lives of hundreds and hundreds of ABCD’s Head Start children and staff with their enthusiasm, love, and talent. Jumpstart has had
“I always knew I wanted to be in the early childhood field—my second-grade career project will show you that—but the only path I saw prior to Jumpstart was teaching.” Throughout 2019,
