May 13, 2018
United Through Reading has been serving military families for more than 28 years; every year we meet extraordinary families and hear heartwarming stories of the impact UTR has on their ability to survive …thrive…during separations. The read aloud experience that is captured on a UTR recording touches everyone in the family—the service member, the caregiver […]
Apr 24, 2018
United Through Reading was honored to be selected as Bittersweet Monthy’s April feature. The timing was perfect with April being the Month of the Military Child. Amanda Lahr, Jessica Mancari and Hailey Sadler brought a fresh, new perspective to our story. The photography coupled with thoughtful, heartfelt writing makes this a compelling article.
Feb 27, 2018
Would you read to your children in a house with a mouse or in a box with a fox? What about reading here, there, or anywhere? March 2nd, Dr. Seuss’ birthday, is a great day to be on your way! Join United Through Reading with your favorite Dr. Seuss book or costume as we kick […]
Feb 12, 2018
Last November, the USS Midway donated a VIP USS Midway experience to the United Through Reading Storybook Ball auction. This package included a guided tour, lunch at the Fantail Café and time in the flight simulator. Wendy and Steve Liberko, committed United Through Reading volunteers and supporters since 2016, purchased the USS Midway package at […]
Dec 19, 2017
As the end of 2017 draws to a close, we want to take this time to thank everyone who has contributed to United Through Reading. Your support, big or small, helps United Through Reading provide priceless gifts to military families around the world. One of those families is the Colts. Lauren Colt, now a brilliant […]
Nov 6, 2017
San Diego (November 6, 2017) – This Veteran’s Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, San Diego-based, national nonprofit, United Through Reading will celebrate 28 years of delivering bedtime stories to military families and more than 2 million beneficiaries served at the 9th annual Storybook Ball in Coronado, California. The black tie gala will host supporters from across […]
Oct 12, 2017
(San Diego, CA) – October 12, 2017 – United Through Reading (UTR) was named a Finalist in ESET’s Nonprofit Pitch Fest and will receive a $2,000 cash prize. UTR applied for funds from ESET in order support quarterly reading campaigns which include distribution of a variety of age-appropriate Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) books. […]
Sep 26, 2017
United Through Reading (UTR) and our friends at Candlewick Press are excited to celebrate 25 years with the children’s character – Maisy Mouse! For 25 years, Maisy has been a companion to children of all ages, bringing joy and teaching lessons in each story. In one of our favorite stories, Maisy Goes to Bed, Maisy […]
Sep 26, 2017
Read and Repeat with United Through Reading In military families where a parent is deployed, one of the most difficult things to maintain is daily routine. We applaud the families who fight to keep literacy a part of each day, despite the challenges. With one parent away, and the caregiver at home on his or […]
Sep 11, 2017
Birdies for the Brave is a military outreach initiative proudly supported by the PGA TOUR that is dedicated to helping the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Since 2005, the TOUR has joined with PGA TOUR players and corporate partners to raise millions of dollars for military homefront groups, including […]
