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 * Benchmark Name:** Project READ


 * Basic Summary of Benchmark:** Project READ is an organization that provides free one-on-one tutoring, workshops, and ongoing instructional support to adults who seek to improve their basic reading and writing skills. It is estimated in San Francisco that 80 thousand adults have some sort of difficulty with basic reading and writing. This organization consists of more than 4 thousand volunteers who have helped a number of adult learners reach goals, improve their skills, and enhance their lives. The objectives of Project READ include the idea to receive high school diplomas or pass the GED exam, enroll in higher education classes, obtain jobs, and to develop skills and strategies to help their children succeed in school.


 * Key Manifestations:** This organization was established in 1987, offering a free volunteer program for adults, children, and families to advance reading, writing and critical thinking skills.


 * Key Personnel:** Victoria E. Green and Mary Lee Enfield are the co-founders of Project READ.


 * Why/How a benchmark?** Project READ is considered a benchmark because it is an award winning organization committed to providing training throughout each community.


 * Links: http://www.projectread.com/topic.php?topID=17**