News and Stories

For Dario, reading is a way to learn about everything that captures his curiosity—from airplanes and reptiles to the mysteries of space.

For PCAT Volunteer Coordinator Lynne, volunteers bring more than their time to the program. Their consistency, encouragement and presence create meaningful relationships with children who look forward to seeing them week after week.

As a PCAT board member, Trevon has watched students grow year after year. His message to families is simple: meaningful change happens when we are intentional about a child’s education—and that commitment doesn’t end at graduation.

In his second year with PCAT, Marjorie’s son continues to make meaningful progress in reading and comprehension—growth she describes as a blessing for their family.

After two years with PCAT, Amira’s reading has grown tremendously—and now, as a first grader, she is being evaluated for gifted reading classes.

Speaking to PCAT families at graduation, Michael Ball reflected on the memories children carry with them, the lifelong role of parents, and why a strong foundation in reading can become the beginning of something much bigger.

As a first-year Stetson law student and PCAT community associate, Gracie had the opportunity to see the organization from the inside—and found an experience that strengthened her own dream of creating change through nonprofit work.

Looking back on his time at PCAT, Keon remembers a place that felt like a home away from home—and now sees his own journey reflected in the younger students following behind him.

Years after participating in PCAT, Frances remembers more than academic support—she remembers a place that felt like family and opened her eyes to possibilities beyond her own community.