Jumpstart at Dominican University

08/25/2016

It's difficult to think about school and work during the last week of summer, but the fall semester kicks off Monday and Jumpstart is recruiting for the 2016-2017 school year! Apply at jstart.org/apply to have fun and make an impact!

Why JoinEvery child is born with the potential to succeed, but studies have shown that children from low-income backgrounds start kindergarten 60% behind their peers. And most of the time, they never catch up. This can lead to poor academic performance, higher dropout rates, and even jail time.But i...

11/16/2015

Maybe you wanted to join Jumpstart in the fall but your schedule wouldn't allow?

Good News:Jumpstart is adding a team and recruiting for the Spring semester! Visit jstart.org/apply to apply, make an impact, and have some fun!

07/15/2014

07/07/2014

This year, take your Bunny Cakes experience to the next level with our easy to use event resources!

Learn how you can create a Jumpstart inspired event on 10.21.14.
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06/30/2014

School may be out, but it's important to encourage reading & learning throughout the summer.

Thanks for the great graphic, Ounce of Prevention Fund!

06/19/2014

We're proud to serve over 11,000 kids living in low-income neighborhoods every year. Join the Corps at www.jstart.org/apply.

06/17/2014

Looking for an easy breezy way to dive into reading this summer?

Check out Jumpstart's tips & activities on how to make your seasonal reading memorable: http://bit.ly/1q8WYrS

06/13/2014

We're thrilled to announce that Jumpstart’s Read for the Record celebrity ambassador for 2014 is...Josh Duhamel!

Be sure to save the date, 10.21.14, and continue to check back for more exciting news: http://bit.ly/JRFTR

06/09/2014

Like our friends at Teach For America, we know education provides important opportunities!

06/06/2014

Jumpstart is committed to bringing broad, sustainable change in early childhood education to the children who need it the most. With your help, we can make a change.

06/04/2014

We celebrated the written word in style once again at our annual Scribbles to Novels galas in New York, Boston, and San Francisco.

Lucky enough to have such guests as Bridget Moynahan and Condoleezza Rice, Jumpstart was able to put a spotlight on literacy during Authors Circles, book signings, and more!