Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy

 

The information provided on these pages are from the CAT manual plus additional resources.  Please let us know what other type resources you would like to see on these pages. 

NOTE: These pages are currently being updated with resources from the current CAT manual.  Please check back for new information.

Basics about Ferst Foundation

In this section we cover basic information about the Ferst Foundation for Literacy Program: how it works, our history, and frequently asked questions.  If your community is new to the program, you definitely should read this section!

CAT Strategies and Logistics

In this section are ideas on how to build your CAT team and get your community involved.  It is one of the four major steps in getting the program started.

Registration

This section outlines the five different methods your CAT can utilize to register children for the Ferst program. 

Fundraising

Here we discuss the three different methods of fundraising and provide you with some ideas!

Public Relations

The final step needed to get your program off the ground!  Here we'll show you ways to publicize the program in your community.

Newsletter Guidelines

Here you will find all the information you need to submit your community's newsletter content each month.

Sample Newsletters

United States Postal Service (USPS)

This section describes the role the local post office(s) play in the program.

Literacy Facts and Evaluations

In this section we provide links to the literacy statistics we have gathered that you can use in your public relations and fundraising efforts.  We also have posted here results from both formal and informal surveys done by various communities in the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program. 

Grants and grant writing
 

League of Extraordinary Students

Learn more about our program to get junior highschool, highschool and college students involved in the Ferst Foundation.

Georgia Rural Library Initiative

This section describes the initiative and how you can apply for this program.  One county is chosen per year.  You will also find the scholarship applications here.

Miscellaneous Resources:

Ferst Foundation materials for sale

Ferst Foundation graphics for your use

How your school system can support Ferst Foundation