At What’s Stirring Family Foundation, we believe every child deserves not just a seat in the room—but a moment to shine. During a recent literacy festival, one young participant eagerly anticipated her chance to take part in our Cooking Up Literacy demonstration—a hands-on experience combining reading, storytelling, and cooking. Although she was initially selected, only a limited number of participants could be chosen, and she did not have the opportunity to participate that

Across the country, school leaders are asking an important question: How do we strengthen literacy and improve student attendance while meaningfully engaging families and communities? Sometimes the answer begins in places we might not expect. I recently participated in the first “Meet Me at the Barbershop”  gathering of the school year at Harrell's & Sons , and it was an encouraging and uplifting experience. Fathers, sons, educators, and concerned community members came toget