Every young child deserves a fair chance to succeed in school…
and in life.

Every young child deserves a fair shot at success in school and beyond.

Through personalized one-on-one reading and math tutoring, plus family support, we enable children to rise to their God-given potential.

Your generous gift today will wrap a child in a circle of care, setting them on the path to thrive in school.

Will you please make a gift today?

Town Hall Update

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Because of you, the circle of care remains strong.

Join Marshelle Wilburn and the Children Rising team for a hopeful update on the children you support, the shortfall you helped narrow, and what’s ahead for the Circle of Care. Thursday, July 16, 6:30–7:15 p.m. via Zoom. We’d love to see you there!

The gap is closing!

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You help children receive the right help at the right time.

Read Marshelle’s update on how your generosity has helped narrow the gap — and why Oakland children still need steady tutoring, family support, and a strong Circle of Care in the year ahead.

Tutors Needed

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Experience the magic of tutoring!

Can you spare two hours a week to tutor an elementary child in reading or math? We have opportunities for you to be a fantastic tutor. Training and support are provided, and children are eagerly awaiting for you!

You can help a promising child rise above!

We make it easy! We will train you, match you with a child that needs you the most, and support you and your student!

The life you change may be your own!

Reading Tutor

60% of Oakland 3rd Graders read below grade-level average. For them, it’s more than just learning to read. It’s about reading to learn.

Math Tutor

One-on-one tutoring helps struggling students learn math concepts and overcome the learning gap.

Testimonials