Become a Literacy Hero

Issac Saul explores what's behind the reading crisis, and its possible reversal.

Senator Andy Kim, D-N.J., is introducing the 'Open Books, Open Doors Act' to tackle the nation's literacy crisis – aiming to combat 'book deserts' and improve reading skills for all children.

Raymond James is generously supporting our mission with a multi-year grant as part of the firm’s Ready for School initiative, which aims to empower students to be confident, capable learners—in and out of the classroom.

How to support Sing Out and READ’s literacy mission while maximizing your tax advantages before December 31.

From all of us at Sing Out and READ, thank you for joining us to celebrate Carlo's legacy and the harmony between music and literacy that defines our mission.

From tablet delivery to celebration: How our young readers exceeded expectations and earned tablets to keep in just 12 weeks!

When we launched our Pinellas November 2024 cohort last fall, we set ambitious goals. What unfolded over the following 12 weeks exceeded all expectations and culminated in a celebration that honored both achievement and potential.

First Tee – Tampa Bay continues to make significant strides in youth development beyond the golf course. The organization's partnership with the Sing Out and Read (SOAR) program is helping elementary school children dramatically improve their reading skills in just three months.

Sing Out and READ recently celebrated remarkable achievements from our Mt. Zion Fall 2024 cohort in St. Petersburg. The celebration event marked the culmination of months of dedicated reading practice and progress for these young literary enthusiasts.

"Success comes from practice and dedication, both on and off the field," says Lawrence Butler, Major League Baseball player with the Oakland A's. But today, he's not talking about baseball – he's addressing one of America's most pressing educational crises.

The powerboat sitting in a Bay Pines living room after Hurricane Helene tells one story of destruction. But there's another, less visible story playing out in homes across our region—the story of children falling behind in their education.

Educators are always looking for new methods to teach reading and writing. With the appropriate structure and implementation, fostering early literacy skills through singing and music can be extremely valuable and effective.

The Hough Family Foundation has committed to a $1-for-$1 matching gift for not just 2024, but also for 2025 and 2026. If SOAR can raise $200,000 in 2024, the Hough Family Foundation will match it, effectively doubling our impact.

We're excited to share the inspiring story of Malachi, a rising 4th grader who has made remarkable progress through our FLiP program.

We're excited to share highlights from a recent interview with our founder, Carlo Franzblau, conducted by Dr. Sam Bommarito. This conversation, part of a series exploring innovative approaches to literacy, sheds light on SOAR's mission and our groundbreaking Family Literacy Project (FLiP).

In a powerful demonstration of community solidarity, the Tampa Bay Rays have unveiled the recipients of their 2024 Racial Equity Grant, with Sing Out and READ (SOAR) featured among them.

In January 2020, a South St. Pete family started a transformative journey with the Family Literacy Project (“FLiP”). At the heart of their story are sisters Malaya and Jakyla, each facing unique challenges on their reading paths.

Learn how SOAR boosts reading achievement rapidly and how to sign up. This program is currently available only in the Tampa Bay area.

2023 was an exciting year for everyone at SOAR, filled with inspiring success stories and amazing staff! Read more about the impact we had last year.

When children are babies and toddlers, parents and caregivers often sing and recite nursery rhymes to their children. But what can you do if your child is well past the preschool age and is struggling? Revisit the classics, and find new ones!

Hear feedback from parents and students on how Sing Out and READ has changed their lives, including a short tutorial on how the tablet program works.

This quarter, we’re excited about our amazing opportunity to co-host a one-of-a-kind celebration with one of our newest donors, Richard Gonzmart!

This video shows children using the Family Literacy Project, Sing Out and READ's individualized, e-learning program that helps struggling young readers.

Learn about what SOAR has been unto in the first quarter of 2023. We had a great Board of Directors meeting as well as several success stories from students engaged in the FLiP program.

Carlo Franzblau joined Gayle Guyardo, the host of the nationally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom, to share more about Sing Out and READ’s mission.

At Sing Out and READ, the success of students in our program is something we want to celebrate with you. These stories of impact make our efforts and your contributions even more special.

Watch co-founder Carlo Franzblau discuss how Verizon helps Sing Out and READ with program logistics on Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend for ABC Action News.

Before we say hello to the new year and farewell to the old, we wanted everyone to know some of Sing Out and READ’s accomplishments in 2022. Read more to see those highlights!

Watch the Sing Out and READ video feature from the FOX 13 News segment What's Right with Tampa Bay by Mark Wilson.