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Fall 2024 Literacy Update
GGAB's Read-A-Thon series offers essential literacy support to children in Albuquerque's afterschool programs at Community Centers. Each child receives two high-quality books to take home, encouraging reading beyond the event. Community leaders lead a special reading session, followed by a book report activity with UNM Reading Tutors, helping children build literacy skills and a love for books.
Heights Community Center
UNM Reading Tutors
Cesar Chavez Community Center
UNM Reading Tutors
Taylor Ranch Community Center
City Councilor Louie Sanchez District 1
Barelas Community Center
First Lady Elizabeth J. Kistin Keller, PhD
Holiday Park Community Center
Nella Domenici for NM Senate
Second Annual
Hosted at the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum, this event showcases our mission to promote youth literacy.
Meet Our Lavender Libros in the Sky Readers
Autumn Rodriguez, newly crowned National American Miss New Mexico Jr. Preteen, joined us in sharing her love for stories with young audiences.
Alongside her, Charles Dearing, author of This Wild Earth, captivated children with his engaging storytelling and animated character portrayals, together, making the event a memorable experience for all attendees.
GGAB unveiled its first-ever balloon pin in anticipation of the annual Lavender Libros in the Sky literacy event at the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
Steve Stucker, a beloved figure in Albuquerque, receives the GGAB balloon pin from GGAB Board of Directors President Donna Hollingsworth.
GGAB Board Spotlight
Meet Donna Hollingsworth, Marketing Director at American Restoration Water & Fire. As GGAB Board of Directors President, Donna is passionate about our mission to promote youth literacy!
El Pasoans Fighting Hunger
Second Annual Noche De Estrellas Reverse Gala
GGAB is committed to enhancing youth literacy through its partnership with EPFH, providing books and literacy materials in support of the food bank's vital work in the community. This collaboration emphasizes literacy's role in breaking cycles of poverty.
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GGAB Book Giveaway: A New Chapter in EPFH’s Support for Families
Thanks to a successful April fundraiser with Barnes & Noble, GGAB is thrilled to announce the delivery of over 500 books to the El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank!
This project ensures that households with children served by EPFH receive new books, benefiting 185,000 low-income kids across seven West Texas counties. In August, GGAB participated in EPFH’s first book distribution event, where every child received a high-quality book. Read More
Sandia National Laboratories Joins GGAB in Expanding Access to Books for Homeless NM Youth
In Albuquerque, NM, GGAB is making a significant difference by providing homeless children with new, high-quality books through the Albuquerque Public Schools' Title I McKinney-Vento Homeless program. This initiative is driven by a generous $5,000 contribution from Sandia National Laboratories.
Changing the Story for Homeless Youth: APS Title I McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance
This September, we delivered 200 new, award-winning children's books to the Albuquerque Public Schools Title 1 McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Program. This initiative ensures that these children receive vital resources, including education and literacy support.
GGAB's Continued Partnership with Rio Grande Food Project
GGAB continues its mission to promote literacy by delivering 120 brand-new wrapped books to the Rio Grande Food Project, an ongoing partner in our efforts. This visit marks another chapter in our collaboration, where we provide resources that nourish both the minds and bodies of young guests.
Bringing Books and Smiles to the Children of Cuidando Los Niños
GGAB visited Cuidando Los Niños as part of our ongoing commitment to support homeless children in Albuquerque. Through this ongoing community project, we provide high-quality books to children, fostering a love for reading, and supporting their educational journey.
Literacy and Inclusion: A Powerful Alliance for Progress
Fall in Love with Reading: GGAB Brings Literacy to the Marketplace
During the fourth annual Fall At The Poulin Marketplace, GGAB advisor Donna Hollingsworth and our GGAB team, UNM Reading Tutors Eli and Marisol, gifted #GGABooks to children. Read More
Promoting Youth Literacy at the Casa Del Rey Outdoor Family Festival
GGAB's commitment to literacy enhancement at the Casa Del Rey Family Festival provided children with free books and reading games, igniting their enthusiasm for reading. With 200 books distributed, kids eagerly chose their new book to take home. Read More
Art in Action at Algodones Elementary
Through the Art Will Save The World program kids explore their artistic talents.
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United, we can bridge the divide in book access.
Your investment directly supports our mission to provide quality books to children who need them the most, Together, we can empower children with the tools for success.
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