The mission of United Through Reading is to united military families facing physical
separation by facilitating the bonding experience of reading aloud together.
Joining Forces
Maj. James Blain, deployed to Afghanistan, reads Mickey's Christmas Carol to his family, including his son, Jimmy, and Jimmy's 4th grade classmates at the Naval Observatory, home of Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden (seated, in blue)
On Monday, December 12th, United Through Reading kicked off our commitment to the White House's
We are proud to be a part of this comprehensive national initiative to mobilize all sectors of society to give our service members and their families the opportunities and support they have earned.
The Joining Forces initiative:
Brings attention to the unique needs and strength of America's military families.
Inspires, educates, and sparks action from all sectors of our society - citizens, communities, businesses, non-profits, faith based institutions, philanthropic organizations, and government - to ensure veterans and military families have the opportunities, resources, and support they have earned.
Showcases the skills, experience, and dedication of America's veterans and military spouses to strengthen our nation's communities.
Creates greater connections between the American public and the military.
Our commitment to Joining Forces: To double our support of the Army and National Guard over the next two years.
Please, consider being a part of our work to bring United Through Reading to even more Army and National Guard families. Because when a parent, deployed to a warzone, takes the time to read a story to his or her child at home, the effects are far-reaching and long-lasting. Our service to military families.
Help ease the stress of separation
Helps build family resiliency
Makes homecomings easier,
Cultivates a love of reading.
Please join us again this year in helping bring deployed parents home for storytime no matter where they are in the world. You can contribute online securely through PayPal at www.unitedthroughreading.org.
