The Literacy Project

The Literacy Project We are an organization dedicated to giving struggling students from low income families the very foun

Founded in 2009, The Literacy Project's vision is to bring the gift of literacy to children as a foundational learning element to help achieve their personal dreams. To accomplish its mission, The Literacy Project (TLP) accesses and enhances key phonic skills among struggling readers; promotes learning in a fun, social and interactive environment; uses proven methods to maximize the learning exper

ience; and fosters self-sufficiency and economic success through academic achievement. Recognizing both the short-and long-term social concerns directly associated with illiteracy including higher rates of school dropout, unemployment, and poverty, as well as the long-term implications of the 3rd grade reading achievement gap, TLP was established to make a significant and lasting impact. Utilizing their comprehensive literacy intervention program, The Literacy Project strives to improve reading skill levels among struggling readers in the 2nd grade at Title 1 schools throughout Southern California.

✨ Thankful Thursday! ✨Today, we’re feeling especially grateful for the incredible individuals who use their influence, p...
09/04/2026

✨ Thankful Thursday! ✨
Today, we’re feeling especially grateful for the incredible individuals who use their influence, passion, and generosity to make a difference in the lives of others. ❤️📚
We are so proud to see our SAVOR 2026 Honorees showcased in the September issue of Stroll Lido Isle! 🌟
Please join us in celebrating and thanking:
💫 Kathy Simon Abels, Ph.D.
Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Ronald M. Simon Family Foundation
💫 Julie Ann & Jim Ulcickas
Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurants
💫 Erin Anderson
President/CEO & Founder, A. Gary Anderson Family Foundation
And on the cover, we’re thrilled to celebrate Holly & Patrick Marin Finn, whose beautiful story of coming home to Lido Isle is featured in this month’s issue. 🏡❤️
These honorees represent what it means to give back, invest in our community, and help create brighter futures for children through literacy.
Thank you for believing in the power of reading, learning, and dreams. 📖✨
We can’t wait to honor you at SAVOR 2026 on October 2! 🥂

🌟 Testimonial Tuesday! 🌟Today we’re celebrating our Honoree, Julie Ann Ulcicklas, as she speaks with Sue Grant to share ...
09/01/2026

🌟 Testimonial Tuesday! 🌟
Today we’re celebrating our Honoree, Julie Ann Ulcicklas, as she speaks with Sue Grant to share why literacy and reading are so important, and how they can open doors, inspire young minds, and change lives. 📚💙

And there’s even more excitement ahead! Julie Ann and Sue talk about the chance to win the Golden Ticket at our October 2nd Savor event, a spectacular yacht cruise! 🛥️✨

We’re so grateful to Julie Ann for sharing her passion and helping us shine a light on the power of literacy.

✨A little taste of the Golden Ticket Experience! ✨Our SAVOR Committee had the best evening aboard Sue & Gary Grant’s bea...
08/27/2026

✨A little taste of the Golden Ticket Experience! ✨

Our SAVOR Committee had the best evening aboard Sue & Gary Grant’s beautiful Black Swan, getting a sneak peek at what one lucky winner will enjoy!

Your $100 Golden Ticket could win a 2-hour cruise aboard the Palm Beach 65’ Black Swan with a Captain, Private Chef, 3-course dinner and fine wines — and your ticket gives one struggling reader our literacy program for FREE!

Join us for SAVOR 2026, October 2 at Newport Beach Country Club!

Give the gift of literacy. Change a child’s future.
LiteracyProj.org

08/25/2026

✨ TESTIMONY TUESDAY ✨

Today we’re honored to hear from Dominique Aragon, Principal of Kearn St. Ann’s School, sharing the impact literacy can have on a child’s future. 📚❤️

The Literacy Project is proud to help children build lifelong reading skills, gain confidence, and discover what’s possible when they learn to read.

YOU can be part of changing a child’s story! ✨

Visit LiteracyProj.org to learn more and get involved.

08/24/2026

✨ SAVOR SUNDAY SPOTLIGHT: JEAN ALEXANDER! ✨

Former educator Jean Alexander has served on the SAVOR Committee for two years and is bringing her passion for children and literacy to TWO fabulous events! 📚💕

👗 September 10 | 4–6 PM | Veronica Beard, Fashion Island
Jean is co-chairing with Amy Cardiff — shop the latest fall fashions and 15% benefits The Literacy Project!

🏎️ Then join us October 2 for SAVOR 2026, where Jean is chairing our spectacular SAVOR Car Gallery, featuring an incredible collection curated with Simon Dillon.

Fashion, fabulous cars & a beautiful cause! ✨🥂

🎟️ For SAVOR tickets, sponsorships & more information, visit LiteracyProj.org!

08/17/2026

🎬✨ SAVOR SUNDAY LIVE FROM the HOT HOLLYWOOD Event IN PARK CITY! ✨🎬

Sue Grant, Volunteer CEO of The Literacy Project, and Amy Cardiff, Events Chair, are bringing a little sparkle and inviting YOU to join us for an unforgettable night at SAVOR 2026! 🥂📚✨

🌟 Friday, October 2, 2026
🌟 Newport Beach Country Club

SAVOR is going to be a spectacular evening of fun, friends, fabulous food and giving back — all to support something close to our hearts: helping children learn to read and giving them the confidence to dream BIG! 💛📖

✨ Dress up - Napa Chic
✨ Bring your friends.
✨ Come SAVOR the evening with us.
✨ And help us change a child’s future — one reader at a time!

🎟️ Get your tickets and join the fun at LiteracyProj.org!

We can’t wait to see you at SAVOR 2026! 🥂🌟📚

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08/13/2026

We are so grateful for Arnie Ruben, a dedicated Board Member of The Literacy Project and a true kid at heart! 🧸🚚📚

As the retired head of Tonka Trucks, Arnie knows the power of play, imagination, and giving children the tools to dream BIG. Today, he brings that same passion to helping young students build strong reading skills and brighter futures through The Literacy Project.

Thank you, Arnie, for your heart for children and commitment to our mission! 💛

✨ Join us at SAVOR 2026 on October 2!
Get your tickets and learn how you can support our students at LiteracyProj.org.

08/11/2026

🎬 From Park City to Newport Beach — Literacy Changes Lives!

The Literacy Project Board Member Doug Frederick and longtime supporter Gary Grant joined us at the Hot Hollywood Event in Park City to share why they believe so strongly in the mission of The Literacy Project.

Together, we’re helping struggling young readers gain the skills, and confidence, they need to succeed. 📚

Our biggest event of the year, SAVOR 2026, is coming to Newport Beach Country Club, and we need sponsors! Join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of children.

✨ Get involved, become a sponsor, or learn more at LiteracyProj.org

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✨ SAVOR 2026 — Believe. Dream. Soar. ✨Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate our 2026 Honorees: Kathy Simon-Ab...
08/09/2026

✨ SAVOR 2026 — Believe. Dream. Soar. ✨
Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate our 2026 Honorees: Kathy Simon-Abels, Ph.D.; Julie Ann & Jim Ulcickas; and Erin Anderson, three remarkable leaders making a meaningful impact in our community. 💙

Together, we’ll support The Literacy Project’s mission to break the cycle of illiteracy and provide students with the tools they need to thrive academically, emotionally, and in life. 📚

📅 October 2, 2026
📍 Newport Beach Country Club

Come celebrate these incredible honorees and be part of an unforgettable evening dedicated to changing lives through literacy!

🎟️ Tickets & sponsorships: literacyproj.org

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