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When Kids Read, They Succeed!
Did you know that Nevada has one of the lowest literacy rates in the nation? Help us fund resources and programming to ensure that we foster a love of reading for our children.
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Volunteers Are the Heroes of Our Story!
From cleaning and prepping gently used books to distribute to Nevada's children in need to mentoring struggling readers, we offer many opportunities to give back.
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Help spark a child
We rely on the generous support of individuals, local businesses, and organizations to provide new and gently used books to children in Nevada who can't afford their own.
Your Donations Make an Impact
8 Million
Books Distributed Since 2001
70,000
Books Given Each Month to Students
1.5 Million
Students Served Since 2001
81
Adopted Nevada Elementary Schools
See the Programs That We Offer
Kids to Kids
The flagship program of Spread the Word Nevada, providing every child in our adopted schools the opportunity once a month to select their own book to keep and build their in-home library.
Breakfast/Snack Time with Books
A before or after school program designed to encourage reading at home as a family activity.
Books & Buddies
Pairing of students with volunteer mentors acting as reading companions.
Readers in Training
Early intervention program serving birth to 5-year-olds.
Storybook Gala
Our 22nd Annual Storybook Gala was held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the stunning ARIA Resort & Casino. Guests watched and enjoyed as we brought to life the sights and sounds of this year’s storybook classic – Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. Experience the event
Virtual Bookstore
Support Spread the Word Nevada by purchasing books in our online book store.
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Locations
Contact Clark County Office
5373 Arville Street
Las Vegas, NV 89118
702-564-7809
Contact Washoe County Office
290 Gentry Way, Suite 6
Reno, NV 89502
775-507-7007
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