LITERACY
Seed Investor
Become part of our story as a seed investor to raise capital for Round About Books, a nonprofit youth run bookstore supporting Literacy Connections.
What is Round About Books?
Round About Books will be a literacy-rich worksite for opportunity youth ages
16 - 24, primarily placed and paid through our partnership with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program. A bookstore manager will supervise the interns and provide training in soft skills and job skills as they guide them through the functions of running a business.
Why a bookstore?
Our goal is to create an environment for learning that feels nurturing and safe for youth to develop confidence through the mentorship program while they further their education at Wayne Community College. We believe reading can ignite a love of learning, which opens new worlds and expands opportunities for happy and successful lives.
What does an intern gain from this?
Interns who successfully complete the program will leave with marketable job skills, a letter of recommendation, and the confidence to take charge of their lives.
This youth run bookstore has been a dream of Literacy Connections for some time, and we are excited to see it becoming a reality. Round About Books, is under construction and will add another dimension to Downtown Goldsboro’s cultural scene, a child-friendly spot for parents, and welcoming to all downtown visitors. If you are interested in being part of our story as a seed investor to raise capital for our new venture, please contact a Literacy Connections Board Member or staff at 919.735.1990 for more information.
How can I help?
Bookstore proceeds benefit literacy services in Wayne County. Seed investors will be recognized on
The Giving Tree featured inside Round About Books.