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Donate Now to Advance Children's Literacy

All children in Birmingham and across Central Alabama deserve access to high-quality reading and mathematics instruction and resources

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Transforming Children's Lives through Literacy


Mission

Better Basics works to eradicate illiteracy among children in Central Alabama. We deliver reading and math instruction and resources to empower the educationally vulnerable.

Vision Statement

To instill a love for learning in the children we serve that will enable them to realize their full potential, achieve their dreams, and thrive in an everchanging world.

Ways to Support

Better Basics relies on the generosity of individual donors, grantors, corporate sponsors, and proceeds from special events. We are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, so your donation is tax-deductible. View our Form 990 here.

  • Online donation: One-time and monthly online contributions may be entered on the form above using your debit or credit card.
  • Mail a check: Please address to Better Basics, 1231 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233.
  • Venmo @betterbasics
  • Volunteer: To learn more about volunteer opportunities please see the Volunteer page of our website or email our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@betterbasics.org.
  • Wish lists: To purchase books for our community programs, select your favorite titles from our Amazon Wish List or Little Professor Wish List.

Community Partnerships

In collaboration with public schools, partners, and community organizations in underserved areas, Better Basics delivers a comprehensive range of research-based intervention and enrichment programs to children from birth to 12th grade in Central Alabama.

See what Dr. Mark Sullivan, Superintendent of Birmingham City Schools says about us in the video below.

"We want every child in Birmingham City Schools to enjoy successful learning experiences so that they can continue a life of achievement. Better Basics plays an integral role in our efforts to reach this goal."