Through no fault of their own, children born with a neurological disorder called dyslexia are faced with reading and writing roadblocks that have seemed insurmountable. Until now. Dyslexia can’t be cured, but it can be overcome. The program offered at the 32° Masonic Learning Centers for Children, Inc. provides the most effective treatment of its kind in battling this reading disorder. No one else in the nation has a program remotely like it. We are committed to providing free, individualized tutoring for children with dyslexia and free training and certification for tutors, in an accredited program. In addition, we are also dedicated to researching data and analysis for the broader field of reading and spelling instruction.

Since 1994 when the first centers opened, over 5,000 children have been tutored at the Children’s Learning Centers and more than 750 tutors have received certification to carry out this important work. We are heartened by the fact that we have witnessed, both anecdotally and statistically, the positive effects that such tutoring has on the lives of dyslexic children, their families and their communities.

The Children’s Learning Center here in Peoria can’t continue this vital work alone, however. We need your help. On Saturday, September 25th, we’re asking you to lace up your sneakers, raise some funds, and take part in the 5K Walk/Run to Help Children with Dyslexia. Here’s just some of what you’ll enjoy by participating:

* A safe, picturesque route open to all ages and abilities.
* Commemorative T-shirts for those who register prior to the date of the WALK
* Entertainment along the event route
* Frequent water stops
* Fundraising rewards
* Post-event celebration

This fall, we have the opportunity to receive a matching grant— $10, 000 from IL Masonic Family Foundation— so every dollar we raise at these fundraisers in the fall is worth 50% more, raising funds to support the tutoring services children need to overcome dyslexia. However, in order to qualify for this grant, we need to raise a minimum of $20,000. We’re eager to have you sign up and help by joining us in this important cause. For more information call 1-781-862-8518.

The Peoria Learning Center is dedicated to helping area children who struggle with dyslexia, but we can’t aid them alone. Join us as we work to give children everywhere the chance to learn and reach their full potential.

SPONSORS: The 32° Masonic Learning Centers for Children acknowledge the generous support of our corporate sponsors, without whom the WALK/RUN events could not take place.

EVENT HOSTED BY: The 32° Masonic Learning Centers for Children, Inc.
The 32° Masonic Learning Centers for Children, Inc. is a non-profit, Sec. 501(c)(3) corporation of the Supreme Council, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. The Learning Center Corporation was established in 1994 as one of the Masonic charitable outreach programs.