The magic of Empowering Readers OC is a love of reading and a mentor who cares.

Through Parentis Foundation, caring volunteers age 50 and older sit side by side with children in 1st through 5th grade who need a little extra help with reading. They meet one-on-one twice a week, and over time something special grows. Children gain skills and confidence. Tutors find new purpose. Real friendships form across generations. Since 2017, their tutors have worked with more than 2,000 children across Orange County in over 60,000 one-on-one sessions.

Readers Today, Leaders Tomorrow.