#REAL Night Out is the first fundraiser for The REAL Program whose mission is to improve literacy through collecting and distributing gently used or new children’s books to underserved children. REAL (Reading~Educational Assistance~Learning) is a 501c3 organization whose headquarters are in Lynn, MA. People often ask “Why Lynn?” and when they come to see what we do and what the children and families need for help the answers are very clear. The teachers and parents are very d

Both adults and children are very respectful. This is viewed by the people involved as more than a service. Everyone is appreciative and enthusiastic. The children are energetic and well-behaved. I have no concerns for the safety of the building The program is very organized and compassionate. Lyssa Anderssen, administrator When the children were asked why do they come to The REAL Program, the following are some of their answers: To have fun (Boy, age 7) To get books and to h

The REAL Program exists to improve literacy Retired teachers and other professionals mentor high school and college students who mentor elementary school aged children. We often have younger siblings, parents, grand parents, cousins and more who want to learn English or who want to help in any way they can. We work with the children for 2 hours a day for 2 days a week at the Boys and Girls Club of Lynn from 3:00-5:00 for 20 weeks of the year. We work with the children at Cong

A REAL Night Out is the first #REAL fundraiser. Saturday, October 25th at Glen Urquhart School, Beverly. Here is just one of the creative and generous donations made by our own board member, Darryl Ruffen. Contact jan@therealprogram for tickets, for corporate sponsorship, if you want to make a donation, help organize the event. WE PROMISE IT WILL BE A #REAL NIGHT TO REMEMBER!!! Play by the Rules Hey @#REAL Pick Up Basketball Fans! Here is your chance to make your game OFFICIA