SMART Reading

Amy McCormick-Friesz, SMART's corporate relations development officer, was invited to join our longtime partner First Tech Federal Credit Union at the Portland Business Journal's annual corporate philanthropy awards as they accepted their "Million Dollar Club" award as a company that donates $1million or more annually to local nonprofits including SMART Reading! We are truly grateful for our partnership with First Tech.

Each year, the Children's Book Bank at SMART Reading gives away thousands of books to kids — and we rely on book donations from the community. If you're in the Portland area, one of the best ways you can help ensure kids have access to books at home is by organizing a book drive in your company, organization, or community group! Find everything you need to get started here: https://buff.ly/3HQClOT

We have openings for volunteer Site Coordinators at many SMART sites across the state, and we can't open a program without having this essential volunteer in place. Help us make the SMART magic happen by signing up to volunteer or spreading the word! Learn more at https://buff.ly/3EfmuHC

Isn't that amazing?! Books are magical, and ensuring kids have access to high-quality, inclusive books is essential. Each year, we put over 180,000 books into the hands and homes of Oregon kids.

This is the perfect moment to sign up to be a SMART Reading volunteer. Our 2024-25 programs start in a few weeks and we have opportunities to read with kids at sites in 30 of Oregon's 36 counties and three tribal nations. The time commitment starts at one hour per week -- and we promise it will be a highlight of your week! Sign up here: https://buff.ly/3EfmuHC [id: Photo of a volunteer reading with a student. Under the photo, there is text that says "Volunteers needed! Read with kids during the 2024-25 school year! buff.ly/3zxebr3]

We're seeking an energetic, detail-oriented professional with communications and/or office management experience to join our Portland team as our Office Operations & Communications Associate. See the full job posting here: https://buff.ly/3ZplYlz

Are you looking for a way to make a direct impact in your community? Consider becoming a Site Coordinator this fall! Site Coordinators are vital to our mission at SMART and directly work with SMART Readers to provide the best reading support for SMART students. Click here to learn more and sign up today: https://buff.ly/3EfmuHC

Have you gotten your tickets to this year's Metro SMART Sip? No worries, you still have time! You don't want to miss this opportunity to celebrate young literacy in our community. Click here to secure your ticket today: https://buff.ly/3RJddxQ

We're seeking an Area Director to lead our South Valley Area. This position is responsible for fundraising, community relations, and program oversight in Lane, Linn, Benton, Yamhill, Polk, and Lincoln counties. Help us spread the word! The full position description is available here: https://buff.ly/3T68wPz

We're looking for volunteers to join us this year! Becoming a SMART Reading volunteer is a great way to get involved in your community! We're looking for Site Coordinators and Volunteer Readers at many of our sites across the state. To find a site near you and apply, click here: https://buff.ly/3EfmuHC Spark a love of reading in a local child today! [id: Photo of a volunteer reading with a student. Under the photo, there is text that says "Looking for a way to get involved with your community? Become a SMART Reading volunteer!." There are doodles of a book and a squiggly line around the text.]