P-5972

Literacy Book Project

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Project Description

Country: USA

Location: Twin Falls Idaho

Total Budget: $2,868

Area of Focus: Basic education and literacy

Activity Type: Education: Literacy

Summary: Literacy Book Project for 2nd graders to get a reading book of their own


We are looking to order 1100 children's books to be distributed to the 2nd graders in the Twin Falls School District. Enrollment totals vary each year but on average around 900+ students which includes the charter Schools. The books will vary in content but will be directed by the recommendation of Scholastic Books in that category and Rotarian Sharon Dowdle who was a librarian at schools in her career. The book collections range in price from $2.50 - 3.50 per book, depending on the title. Shipping is Free, and additional books can be included based on the amount we spend.

Rotarians will sticker the books with our logo and Four-way test and plan a reading of a story prior to distribution. Our goal is to set up to meet with 2nd grade teachers and spend around a ½ hour to read one of the books and then afterwards distribute the books to the students giving them a variety of books to choose from. With the number of schools, 12 to 18 Rotarians will be able to enjoy the interaction with the students by reading to them. We will attempt to find the best time to meet with the students. And plan distribution between February and March 2027.

The project replaces the dictionary project that we have been doing since 2010 but felt this would be more effective and have more impact on youth. Students get to take home their book that day and share with friends and family. Any leftover books would be donated to a library we support and fund in our local boys and girls club.

Project Contact Person

District: 5400

Rotary Club of: Twin Falls

Primary Contact: Kristin Vincrnt

Email: thekristinvincent@gmail.com

Project Status

Signed
This project is "Signed". This means that the signatures from the club leadership have been collected. This project is now being reviewed by the district leadership for approval. Once a decision is made, the status of the project will be changed to "Approved".

Project listed for the 2026-27 Rotary Year.

Proposed Financing

Existing Contributions Towards This Project

Date

Cash

DDF

Total

Twin Falls (5400)

8-Apr-26

$1,434

$1,434

$2,868

Total

$1,434

$1,434

$2,868

DDF contributions in grey are pending approval of the corresponding district committee.

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History Log Entries

8-Apr-26

by Kristin Vincrnt

System Entry: Creation of project page.

30-Apr-26

by Marianne Barker

If you're satisfied with your application, click "start club signature process" on the administration side of the description tab. Applications must be signed by the project manager & the 2026-27 club president no later than June 1st. Thanks!

4-May-26

by Nancy Koonce

System Entry: Project sent for club signatures.

4-May-26

by Nancy Koonce

System Entry: Project signed by Nancy Koonce.

7-May-26

by Ines Crespo

I've removed Ben Nelson and myself (Ines Crespo) from the signatories list. Your grant only needs to be signed by your club grant chair and your incoming club president for the 26-27 Rotary year.

25-May-26

System Entry

System Entry: Project signed by Kristin Vincrnt.

31-May-26

by Ines Crespo

I have adjusted your project total and funding intentions to reflect a Tier 2B grant rather than a Tier 3. If the adjusted financing meets your approval please resend for signatures. Your grant must be signed by your club grant chair as well as your 2026-2027 club president no later than June 1st.

31-May-26

by Ines Crespo

System Entry: Signature Process cancelled by user.

1-Jun-26

by Ines Crespo

Your grant must be signed by your club grant chair as well as your 2026-2027 club president TODAY. If you’re satisfied with your application, click “start club signature process” on the administration side of the description tab. Thanks!

1-Jun-26

by Kristin Vincrnt

System Entry: Project sent for club signatures.

1-Jun-26

by Kristin Vincrnt

System Entry: Project signed by Kristin Vincrnt.

1-Jun-26

by Nancy Koonce

System Entry: Project signed by Nancy Koonce.

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