Empowering Communities Through Education and Enrichment
Community Literacy Events LLC (501c3) is dedicated to increasing literacy and promoting holistic development in underserved communities, offering a wide range of educational programs that integrate literacy, life skills, and physical activities to empower individuals and foster lifelong learning.
Our mission
Our History
Community Literacy Events & Enrichment Program was founded to bridge the gap in literacy and enrichment programs for families in underserved areas.
We are dedicated to increasing literacy & social-emotional learning (SEL) in underserved, minority communities using sport as a motivator. We integrate education and sport to provide children with the tools they need to grow academically, emotionally, and socially.
- Equity & Access – Every child, regardless of background, deserves quality enrichment programming and enrichment opportunities.
- Holistic Development – Learning extends beyond the classroom. We focus on social-emotional growth, literacy, and sports to shape well-rounded individuals.
- Community-Centered Impact – We work directly in under-resourced communities, tailoring programs to meet their unique needs.
- Empowerment Through Sport & Education – Tennis is not just a game—it’s a tool for learning discipline, teamwork, and resilience.
Our organization is led by a passionate and dedicated team of educators, professionals, coaches and community leaders who are united in their commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Meet Our Board Members
Guided by Passion,
Driven by Purpose
Our dedicated board members bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to driving our mission forward, ensuring the success and impact of our programs. Tap on a team member below to learn more about us.
Greg Lawrence
Mentor & School Relations
Sebastian Cordoba
Financial Literacy/Bilingual Education
Organization journey
Timeline of Community Literacy Events Inc
Community Literacy Events LLC was established with the mission to increase literacy and promote holistic development in underserved communities.
Where we started
Launch
Initiated virtual literacy classes focused on mental health and cultural literacy to adapt to the needs of the community during the pandemic.
Founded - 2020
Stage 1
Growing support
Monthly Events
Launched monthly events in Queens, NY, centered around themes tied to holidays and advocacy months, engaging the community in educational and cultural activities.
Expanding Reach - 2021
Stage 2
Sustainability
Partnerships and Program Integration
Established a partnership with Scholastic to enhance our educational resources and outreach. Monthly events launched in Harlem. We began incorporating tennis into programming and increase enrichment program to cover health literacy. Began working with the Sickle Cell Association of New Jersey and the African American Day Parade increase our reach into the community.
Transformation - 2022
Stage 3
Lasting change
Broader Engagement
Launched financial literacy events and one-off classes in Newark, Harlem, and Queens to address economic empowerment. Partnered with the city of Newark to launch Portuguese and Spanish initiatives, reaching more diverse communities.
Influence - 2023
Stage 4
Setting the Stage
Impact
Partnered with the USTA to increase tennis offerings, establishing seasonal afterschool programs and camps, and collaborated with the NYC public school system to expand our educational impact directly in schools, while extending programming into Long Island and Westchester County.
Community Building- 2024
Stage 4
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Community Literacy Events Inc continues to evolve and expand, driven by our commitment to literacy, health, and community empowerment.