# Children's Literacy Project (CLP)


**Website:** https://www.childrensliteracyproject.org  
**Alternate Name:** CLP  
**Organization Type:** Nonprofit 501(c)(3)  


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## Mission
A literacy nonprofit using storytelling to inspire the public and connect them with local organizations. We serve and activate communities through media and partnerships.  


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## About
Children’s Literacy Project believes stories can spark action. We produce compelling media to raise awareness of the literacy crisis and mobilize volunteers, donors, and communities. By partnering with local literacy nonprofits, churches, and schools, CLP connects people who want to help with organizations on the frontlines of literacy. Our purpose is to serve and activate — ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn to read.  


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## Published Media
- **Documentary:** *Sentenced: A Call to Action* — a feature-length film exploring the connection between illiteracy and incarceration, featured on [IMDB](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13109134/).  
- **Book:** *READ* — published by CLP, sharing stories of literacy, faith, and the fight against illiteracy. Available on [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Read-People-Justice-Through-Literacy/dp/1612063160/).  
- **Campaign Kits:** Media resources for churches and nonprofits to activate local literacy volunteers.  


Our media projects — from documentaries to books — are designed to inform, inspire, and activate the public, making literacy a shared national cause.  


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## Focus Areas
- Recruiting and equipping volunteer reading mentors  
- Producing literacy-focused media (documentaries, books, films)  
- Supporting literacy organizations with tools and resources  
- Mobilizing faith and community networks to fight illiteracy  


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## Service Area
United States  


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## Social Media
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/childrensliteracyproject  
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childrensliteracyproject  
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childrens-literacy-project  


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## Leadership
- Steve Sammons – Executive Director  
- Jeff Martin – Co-Founder & President Emeritus  
- Tony Kriz – Co-Founder & Creative Director  


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## Contact
info@childrensliteracyproject.org