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Love Reading? Love Literacy this World Book Day
14 Feb 2011
Do you love getting into a good book? Can you imagine not being able to read your favourite novel? Or even a job application or a recipe? Start sharing your passion this World Book Day by committing to a regular donation to the National Literacy Trust.
One in four children in the UK does not own a book of their own. Without books they cannot experience the joy of reading, nor reap the benefits reading for pleasure has on educational success. Without reading they will not gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed at school and as adults they will have limited opportunities.
Just £10 a month could help the National Literacy Trust to reach 36 families a year through motivational reading events, inspiring them to improve their literacy skills and reach their full potential.
This World Book Day the charity is asking everyone in the UK to commit to making a monthly donation by either setting up a direct debit or donating through Justgiving.
Donations will help children and young people with poor literacy skills improve their chances of success at school and throughout life.
You can make every £1 that you donate worth another 28p to the National Literacy Trust with Gift Aid.
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For more information about the National Literacy Trust, please contact Anna Lindsay, Public Relations Officer on 020 7820 6256 or email Anna.Lindsay@literacytrust.org.uk.
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About the National Literacy Trust
The National Literacy Trust is an independent charity that transforms lives through literacy. We believe that society will only be fair when everyone has the literacy skills they need to communicate, to fulfil their potential and to contribute more to society. We campaign to improve public understanding of the vital importance of literacy, as well as delivering projects and working in partnership to reach those most in need of support.
To help us transform lives through literacy, you can make a donation or support our work. To find out how visit http://www.literacytrust.org.uk/support
National Literacy Trust is a registered charity no. 1116260, and a company limited by guarantee, no. 5836486. Registered in England and Wales. Registered address: 68 South Lambeth Road, London SW8 1RL. Tel: 020 7587 1842
