INVEST IN
what comes next.
Early literacy today. Brighter futures tomorrow.
When children learn to read, doors open—to learning, confidence, opportunity, and a better life.
PCAT works alongside children and families in Hillsborough County during the early years when support matters most.
THE NEED IN HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY
The earlier we act, the greater the impact.
CHILDREN SERVED
125
Children served across PCAT's two literacy programs
Cumulative participation through June 30, 2026
KINDERGARTEN READINESS
60%
of Hillsborough County kindergartners entered school not yet meeting Florida's kindergarten-readiness benchmark.*
* FAST Star Early Literacy, Fall 2025
THE READING CHALLENGE
~47%
of Hillsborough students in grades 3–5 were below Level 3 in reading.**
** FAST ELA, 2024–25
Children who aren't proficient readers by the end of third grade are four times more likely not to graduate from high school on time.***
** Annie E. Casey Foundation, Double Jeopardy
HOW YOUR INVESTMENT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
EARLY INTERVENTION
We reach children in the early years when literacy support can have the greatest impact.
INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT
One-on-one instruction tailored to each child's needs and learning style.
FAMILY PARTNERSHIP
We equip parents and caregivers with tools and resources to support reading and learning at home.
STRONG FOUNDATIONS
Building the skills, confidence, and love of reading that children need for future success.
SUSTAINABLE IMPACT
Your investment strengthens programs and helps us reach more children and families each year.
STRONG READERS BECOME CONFIDENT LEARNERS—AND CONFIDENT LEARNERS HELP BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES.
OUR IMPACT (2025-2026)
125
Scholars served
94%
Academic Success
100%
Parent Engagement
96%
Reading at Home
90%
Positive Social Behaviors
“The support and encouragement my child receives at PCAT has helped build her confidence. Now she loves to read!”
-PCAT Parent
ONE CHILD. ONE STORY.
A BRIGHTER FUTURE.
“Before PCAT, reading was really hard for me. Now I like reading. I read at home with my mom and brothers. I want to be a teacher when I grow up.”
-PCAT Scholar
STRONG PARTNERSHIPS. GREATER IMPACT.
PCAT is proud to partner with schools, community organizations, and funders to create opportunities for children and families to succeed.
Thank you to our community funders and partners.
HELP BUILD WHAT COMES NEXT
A diverse funding base helps PCAT remain strong, responsive, and sustainable—no matter what the future holds.
Philanthropic support allows us to strengthen proven programs, respond to emerging needs, invest in organizational capacity, and plan confidently for the children and families we serve.
