Literacy news
£1million fundraising campaign announced at Sir Simon Hornby Memorial Lecture
3 Mar 2011
Last night (2 March), on the eve of World Book day, the National Literacy Trust held a fundraising lecture in memory of our founder, Sir Simon Hornby.
At the lecture it was announced that there has been a 100% cut to our government funding, therefore, in order to ensure our vital work can continue, we will need to raise £1million.
£1million will help us:
- Provide disadvantaged children with free books, opening up a new world of reading.
- Help parents to support their children’s literacy and language skills.
- Work with disadvantaged teenagers improving their communication skills in preparation for working life.
- Support families and adults with community-based projects that develop reading and writing skills.
You can help us to raise this money by signing up to our Love Reading: Love Literacy campaign, and donate £10 per month. For more details.
