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“It takes a village to raise a child.” I’m sure this proverb is familiar to you, but its truth cannot be fully appreciated until we become parents ourselves. This village …

United Through Reading (UTR) is a nonprofit organization serving military families across all branches of service, including Active Duty, Veterans, Reserves, and National Guard. UTR provides books and shared reading …

As a Gen Xer, my memories of summer are filled with sun-drenched hours spent outdoors—running through the sprinkler, wading in the creek, chasing fireflies in the evening, and reading books …

At United Through Reading (UTR), our mission thrives with the help of our amazing volunteers who connect with military families in their communities, support local events, and share our story …

New to Spotlight Stories in the UTR app: Second Lady Usha Vance is reading the 2026 Book for the Military Child, Home Moves With Me. This summer, the Second Lady …

We know many of you have been waiting for this day, and we’re thrilled to announce that Home Moves With Me, this year’s Book for the Military Child, is now …

Summer is such a fun time of year — cookouts, sunny days at the pool, popsicles, and extra daylight to enjoy it all. It’s also the perfect time to make …

We’re so excited to announce that we will be adding a third Mobile Story Station (MSS) in the coming months! If you’re not in the know, an MSS is a …

When people hear the word “event,” they often picture something big, flashy, or formal. United Through Reading (UTR) created a new event this year, and we wanted it to be …

One of the best parts of working in the nonprofit field is the people you meet and the partnerships you build. We were reminded of that last week at our …