Become a Literacy and STEM Champion Today!
An Invitation to Transform Lives Through Literacy and STEM
The Champions Program recognizes and unites individuals, families, and organizations committed to breaking the cycle of low literacy and opening doors to STEM opportunities for all students—especially those with dyslexia and other learning differences. Through their contributions, Literacy Champions ensure the Books, Bots, and Beyond program continues to provide structured literacy instruction, STEM enrichment, and tutoring access to underserved and neurodiverse learners.
Books, Bots, and Beyond is a free, high-impact after-school program that delivers:
2 hours/day, 2-4 days/week of integrated literacy + STEM learning
IMSE-certified instructors trained in IMSE’s Science of Reading approach
Hands-on robotics, engineering, and coding tied to classroom reading growth
Career exploration and confidence-building projects for every student
Cost per student: ~$6,000
Minimum cohort per site: 5 students ($30,000)
Free to schools and organization for the first year
Sustainable through local or federal funding in future years
Giving Levels & Benefits
Friend of Literacy
$250
Provides a literacy toolkit for a tutor
Digital badge, quarterly impact email
“Your gift equips a dedicated tutor with the tools they need to unlock the joy of reading for a child who has been struggling.”
Builder
$500
Sponsors 5 robotics kits for STEM enrichment
Name listed on website & annual report
“You’re building bright futures—providing 5 robotics kits so students can explore coding, engineering, and problem-solving through hands-on STEM projects.”
Innovator
$1,000
Funds an advanced STEM Lab Station
Recognition at program events, personalized student thank-you
“You’re sparking innovation—funding a fully equipped STEM Lab Station that inspires creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving.”
Advocate
$2,500
Funds all STEM activities for one year
Recognition in donor newsletter, invitation to Literacy Summit
“Your gift lifts a student by providing a semester of both literacy and STEM learning, helping them read, think, and dream bigger.”
Leader
$5,000
Sponsors a full Books, Bots, & Beyond cycle for one student
Featured profile in donor newsletter, VIP invitation to Literacy Showcase
“You’re transforming a student’s life—funding a full year of reading instruction and STEM exploration that sets them on the path to success.”
Champion
$10,000
Supports an entire small group for a full year
Named sponsorship of a STEM or literacy activity, logo placement (if org), exclusive roundtable with program leaders
“You’re leading the way—sponsoring a full year of learning for a group of students and becoming a visible force for literacy and innovation in your community.”
Center Sponsor
$30,000
Funds the Books, Bots, & Beyond program for an entire center for one year
Naming rights for the center, premier recognition in all materials and media, on-site signage, VIP seating at events, opportunity to meet and speak with students and families
“Your leadership changes a community—bringing the full Books, Bots, & Beyond experience to an entire center, transforming dozens of lives through literacy, STEM, and opportunity.”