What’s Happening Now?
TOTAL RAISED IN 2026: $59,102
Thanks to our first annual event, Pouring Into Literacy, we are able to sponsor not one, not two, but three children starting in the 2026-2027 school year!
These 3 kids have started their tutoring sessions with our Orton-Gillingham Tutors and are off to a great start!
Building Foundations for Success is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting children with dyslexia by providing access to specialized tutoring and educational support for families who may not otherwise be able to afford it. Through consistent, personalized instruction, we help children build confidence, strengthen learning foundations, and move forward with greater success in school and beyond.
For many children, learning doesn’t come easily — not because they aren’t capable, but because they learn differently. Without access to early support, these children often fall behind and lose confidence in the classroom. This doesn’t just affect academic success — it impacts how children see themselves. As a community, we believe we can help change and build confidence within the children to succeed.
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To provide children with dyslexia access to specialized tutoring while building confidence and strong learning foundations. This will not only change lives, but generations to come.
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Building foundations for success focuses on children ages 6–8 in the city of Decatur, when early intervention matters most. Many families struggle to access and afford the tutoring their child desperately needs — and that’s where we step in.
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2–3 specialized tutoring sessions each week
Instruction from Orton Gillingham Tutors
Ongoing support — we stay with each child until they no longer need tutoring
IEP (Individualized Education Program) testing needed, and help them secure a 504 Plan to succeed
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✔ 100% of funds go directly to tutoring services
✔ No administrative fees taken from sponsor contributions
✔ Support stays local — helping real families in our community
✔ helping kids to build confidence
✔ Helping kids experience success in school/life
✔ Helping kids believe in themselves again
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Providing a full year of specialized dyslexia tutoring for one child costs approximately $18,000. Our fundraising goal this year is $50,000, which will allow us to begin supporting 1–2 children immediately — with the ability to help even more local children as additional funds are raised. These funds also help cover essential program expenses, including renting space for tutoring and working with Orton-Gillingham–trained guides who collaborate with schools and teachers to ensure each child receives consistent, coordinated support.