Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation

05/24/2021

You Rock!!!
This year’s Give Local 757 Campaign has netted over $4,000.00 for Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation…and donations are still coming in.

That’s $4,000.00 to Help Change Lives!
Way to Go!

We couldn’t have done it without your
generous support! We are truly Grateful.

You Rock!!!
This year’s Give Local 757 Campaign has netted over $4,000.00 for Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation…and donations are still coming in.

That’s $4,000.00 to Help Change Lives!
Way to Go!

We couldn’t have done it without your
generous support! We are truly Grateful.

05/12/2021

Thank you! Thank You! Thank you!
For helping to make Give Local 757 a Huge Success!
Donations are still coming in!
We’ll keep you posted on exactly how much we raised!

Your generous donation will help students like 7-year-old Matthew get the help he needs to succeed in school! We know that with his tutor Cathy’s dedication and his mom’s unending support, Matthew will grow more and more confident and feel like the smart little guy he truly is!

Thank You for Helping to Change Matthew’s Life!
If you didn’t have a chance to give, it’s not to late! Visit
https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a

Thank you! Thank You! Thank you!
For helping to make Give Local 757 a Huge Success!
Donations are still coming in!
We’ll keep you posted on exactly how much we raised!

Your generous donation will help students like 7-year-old Matthew get the help he needs to succeed in school! We know that with his tutor Cathy’s dedication and his mom’s unending support, Matthew will grow more and more confident and feel like the smart little guy he truly is!

Thank You for Helping to Change Matthew’s Life!
If you didn’t have a chance to give, it’s not to late! Visit
https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a

05/11/2021

Support Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation in #GiveLocal757! | Give Local 757!

Today is THE DAY everyone in Hampton Roads can be a PHILANTROPIST!
Everyone has something to give and every act of generosity counts. So today, GIVE where you LIVE by donating to support SDF’s mission to provide FREE READING TUTORING to children and adults in Hampton Roads.

I’m ready to support Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation on May 11, 2021 during Give Local 757!. Learn more about Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation and all the other organizations participating in #GiveLocal757.

05/11/2021

Are You Willing to Help Change a Life?
This young man with the beautiful smile is Justin. He graduated from Thomas Nelson College, Summa Cum Laude, last year. That may not seem like a big deal to you, but for Justin it was huge.
During his Valedictorian speech he told his classmates that addressing them would have been unthinkable just a few years back. Justin is one of many adults who has to meet the daily challenges associated with dyslexia. Justin said “dyslexia does not define me but it does require twice as much to succeed in an academic environment.” For him, getting through school was like climbing a mountain and he is grateful for the support he had. Justin is one of the lucky ones…his family was able to afford the private services he needed. Justin said “Although I did not personally utilize SDF’s resources, I can attest to the immense need for the support they offer students with dyslexia.” He says by supporting the foundation in any way, donors can provide students with the help they might not otherwise receive.
Can we count on your support in the Give Local 757 Campaign today?
This link will take you right to our homepage: https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a

Thank you for helping us change lives!

Are You Willing to Help Change a Life?
This young man with the beautiful smile is Justin. He graduated from Thomas Nelson College, Summa Cum Laude, last year. That may not seem like a big deal to you, but for Justin it was huge.
During his Valedictorian speech he told his classmates that addressing them would have been unthinkable just a few years back. Justin is one of many adults who has to meet the daily challenges associated with dyslexia. Justin said “dyslexia does not define me but it does require twice as much to succeed in an academic environment.” For him, getting through school was like climbing a mountain and he is grateful for the support he had. Justin is one of the lucky ones…his family was able to afford the private services he needed. Justin said “Although I did not personally utilize SDF’s resources, I can attest to the immense need for the support they offer students with dyslexia.” He says by supporting the foundation in any way, donors can provide students with the help they might not otherwise receive.
Can we count on your support in the Give Local 757 Campaign today?
This link will take you right to our homepage: https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a

Thank you for helping us change lives!

05/07/2021

This little cutie is Greyson. He’s just 6 ½ years old and mom says “he is struggling significantly to learn to read”. She tells us that school upsets him so much that he constantly asks not to go and that he comes home most days defeated. Unfortunately, Greyson is not alone.
Here at SDF we get calls from parents all the time telling us about their frustration with the school system and their child’s struggles with reading. Fortunately for Greyson, his parents heard about SDF and now he’s working one-on-one with one of our dedicated tutors.
On May 11th, during this year’s Give Local 757 Campaign, you’ll have the opportunity to help kids like Greyson.
This link will take you right to our home page: https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a
Thank you for helping us change lives!

This little cutie is Greyson. He’s just 6 ½ years old and mom says “he is struggling significantly to learn to read”. She tells us that school upsets him so much that he constantly asks not to go and that he comes home most days defeated. Unfortunately, Greyson is not alone.
Here at SDF we get calls from parents all the time telling us about their frustration with the school system and their child’s struggles with reading. Fortunately for Greyson, his parents heard about SDF and now he’s working one-on-one with one of our dedicated tutors.
On May 11th, during this year’s Give Local 757 Campaign, you’ll have the opportunity to help kids like Greyson.
This link will take you right to our home page: https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a
Thank you for helping us change lives!

04/15/2021

Let's show that everyone in Hampton Roads is full of generosity!
On May 11th, help us celebrate Give Local 757 so Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation can continue to have a positive and unique impact on the community. Around 20% of the population struggles with reading, that's 20% of your friends, family members and coworkers who aren't reaching their full potential. Good thing is, SDF is willing and able to help!
Please support our campaign on May 11th by going to: https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a

Let's show that everyone in Hampton Roads is full of generosity!
On May 11th, help us celebrate Give Local 757 so Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation can continue to have a positive and unique impact on the community. Around 20% of the population struggles with reading, that's 20% of your friends, family members and coworkers who aren't reaching their full potential. Good thing is, SDF is willing and able to help!
Please support our campaign on May 11th by going to: https://www.givelocal757.org/organizations/sinkinson-dyslexia-foundation-e3654d30-064a-43d6-bf9d-b27a897c973a

03/25/2021

Please mark your calendar for this year's Give Local 757 Campaign. It's May 11th, that's the second Tuesday of the month.
In case you haven't heard of the campaign, it's basically an event that brings our community together to help raise funds for organizations like Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation that help strengthen the Hampton Roads Region. The campaign was created by the Peninsula Community Foundation and since its inception it has generated over $5.3 million from more than 60,000 donors for hundreds of local nonprofits! We'll keep you posted!

Please mark your calendar for this year's Give Local 757 Campaign. It's May 11th, that's the second Tuesday of the month.
In case you haven't heard of the campaign, it's basically an event that brings our community together to help raise funds for organizations like Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation that help strengthen the Hampton Roads Region. The campaign was created by the Peninsula Community Foundation and since its inception it has generated over $5.3 million from more than 60,000 donors for hundreds of local nonprofits! We'll keep you posted!

03/10/2021

Reading SOS: Should I correct my child when she reads aloud to me?

Have you ever wondered if you should correct your child when he/she reads aloud to you?
Sandra from Reading Rockets says "It depends on the situation". Listen here for the full story.

In our new series, Reading SOS, parents ask the experts their questions about reading and how to support their kids at home.This question is for reading expe...

02/01/2021

What is FlipGive? A better alternative to fundraising for your team.

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Join our team now and you'll get a $5 bonus after the first time you shop: https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?joincode=LDPC9T Or enter this code: LDPC9T

Want to learn more? Check out this 2 minute video.

Virtual Fundraising for sports, schools and community causes. Earn cash on the things your team and parents are already buying. Get paid whenever you shop, d...

01/25/2021

We hope your new year is off to a happy and healthy start!
We'd like you to meet 12-year-old Brayden and his tutor Ms. Beth. They're our team in Cape Charles, Virginia, and they work together at the Cape Charles Coffee House.
Brayden and Ms. Beth have been working together since the end of 2018 and she's working hard to push him over the finish line.
Please help us to cheer them on. None of this is possible without your support!

12/23/2020

As 2020 comes to a close, we look back on how difficult things haven been for so many people. As you celebrate the season with your loved ones this year know that you have helped change the lives of so many families by your generous support. May your holidays be healthy and blessed!

12/01/2020

Your donation can help a child or adult with Dyslexia learn to read.
Dyslexia affects as much as 20% of our country's population.
Why should you care?
Because every day, someone you know and care about could be struggling to simply get by when they could be working to achieve...with a little help from you, their success is virtually guaranteed.
Will you give today?

11/26/2020

We are so very grateful for you!
SDF just couldn't offer its services without your support.
Thanks for dedicating your time, talent and treasures to change the lives of so many children and adults in the community.
We are blessed to have you as part of our family!

11/19/2020

Grab the tissues! It's a tear jerker!
The Movie titled "Mical" portrays a young boy with dyslexia who is ridiculed by both his teachers and classmates as being stupid.
It's quite a powerful story, but sadly, very true.
Unfortunately, many of our students have had similar experiences.
But thankfully for Mical, his mother never gave up. Kids with dyslexia and their parents
often have to work harder than others, without ever getting the recognition and help they deserve.
Here at SDF we understand what it can be like to live with dyslexia. We want to offer families
in our community the resources and support that this mom never had. Your financial contribution can go a long way in helping kids like Mical succeed!

Link for the movie (20 minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LJkJrCxgLE

10/28/2020

The IDA Dyslexia Handbook is packed with information to answer your questions...

What is dyslexia?
What are its characteristics?
What are some tools I can use?
How do I manage the educational process?

You will definitely want to check this out!

Available for FREE at this link:
https://dyslexiaida.org/ida-dyslexia-handbook/

Please like and share this post to help spread awareness and tools for those in need.

10/09/2020

A Tutor Above the Rest!
This month we're featuring SDF Tutor Debbie Nelson. She's been with us since 2016, aren't we lucky? Former students; ME, Jacob, Mackenzie, Michele and Monique sure, think so. Debbie says that she believes if someone can read they can learn whatever they want. Thanks for all you do Debbie, to help our students succeed!

09/30/2020

Hey we know that you've got some added challenges these days with COVID-19 so we're passing along some great information from Reading Rockets that's sure to make your job easier. If you're a parent, you may be interested in what you can do to support your child's learning. Check out this segment on Parent Engagement:
https://www.readingrockets.org/reading-topics/parent-engagement

09/18/2020

Cheering our tutors on as we kick off the fall semester. Our tutors make all the difference and we can't wait to share their individual stories with you in the coming months. Please click here to join our mailing list, you don't want to miss out! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/HxWMuAA

08/28/2020

Our plans have changed, but it’s not all bad news. In an effort to keep you safe during the pandemic we have postponed our annual, Brewed to Read event, until next year.
𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫!! 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐉𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐬𝐨𝐨𝐧. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝!!

08/14/2020

Sharing our success, one tutor at a time. At SDF, we are so grateful to have Mrs. Lori on our team. She has worked with multiple foundation students since 2015 and tells us she plans to continue volunteering. Thank you, Mrs. Lori, for making a difference!

07/23/2020

Make Their World Come Alive
Reading Rocket's annual summer book list makes it easy to find great books during the long, lazy days of summer. This list can be a springboard for helping your kids choose books that pique their curiosity. Help get them motivated by visiting: https://www.readingrockets.org/books/summer

07/09/2020

Switching Letters, Skipping Lines: Troubled and Dyslexic Minds

As we continue to take steps to bring new methods of instruction to our up-and-coming teachers about the effects of dyslexia and methods of intervention; we are reminded by an essay, written by a middle school student, as to why this is part of our mission.

As we like to say, out of the mouths of babes:
“After years of intensive interventions including tutors and outside programs, I can finally pick up a book and read it like it’s nothing. This could be the future for many kids but not until teachers are trained properly and appropriate interventions are provided. In the meantime, we all need to remember, “Great minds don’t think alike.” -Hayden Miskinis

This essay, by Hayden Miskinis, is one of the top three winners in the middle school category of our Seventh Annual Student Editorial Contest for which we received 1,242 entries.

07/02/2020

Everyone Has a Right to Read.

Check out our new website! It's full of information about the free services we provide, how we strive to make an impact on our community, the volunteer opportunity that awaits, and a list of great resources.

06/29/2020

Photos from Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation's post

06/22/2020

Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation's cover photo

05/26/2020

We have not had a chance to view this film yet, however we expect that it will be a very insightful documentary.

OUR DYSLEXIC CHILDREN, is now available to stream on their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJ7xa6meD2Q

Learn more about the film at https://ourdyslexicchildren.com/

05/13/2020

Give Local 757 Giving Day was a huge success and we want to thank all of those that were able to support our foundation!

Remember, you are the reason we are able to continue to offer these essential services, for free, to those in need. You can continue helping all year by becoming a monthly donor, becoming a volunteer tutor, attending our events, and sharing our Facebook posts.

05/12/2020

Support Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation in #GiveLocal757! | Give Local 757

By supporting SDF during today's Give Local 757 day of giving you are helping students that struggle with reading. Here's what the parent of our most recent graduates had to say about their experience:

"In my 2 years in the program, I have watched my son go from not wanting to read out loud because he didn't know or couldn't sound out the words. He got with Curtis [his tutor], who has done an outstanding job with my son. Curtis has the patience and willingness to help my son. The program over the years has made my son thrive in school. He went from C, D, E's on his report card to straight A's. His vocabulary knowledge was increased greatly. We practice different reading strategies like reading the closed caption while watching TV. My child has been able to read aloud in class without thinking he's going to make a mistake. He has a ton of courage to speak out. Not only did his math, reading grades sore but so did the rest of his classes, and that's all in thanks to his tutoring and having someone take the time out to train his brain."

#everyonehasarightoread #givelocal757

I’m ready to support Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation on May 12, 2020 during Give Local 757. Learn more about Sinkinson Dyslexia Foundation and all the other organizations participating in #GiveLocal757.