Literacy Inc.
Katie Gardner-Boehm possesses extensive experience in development and fundraising across various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Development at Literacy Inc. since October 2021, Katie previously held the same position at KidsQuest Children's Museum from May 2019 to January 2021. Prior roles include Major Gifts Officer at King County Sexual Assault Resource Center, where Katie oversaw a major gifts program, and Annual Fund & Events Manager at KidsQuest Children's Museum, managing fundraising for campaigns. Earlier experience as Development and Donor Relations Manager at New Futures included implementing comprehensive fundraising plans, while initial roles involved public relations and administrative duties. Education includes a Bachelor of Arts in English from Franklin & Marshall College, obtained in 2005.
Literacy Inc.
“When a child reads, a community succeeds!” Right now, 3 out of 4 students living in poverty leave 3rd grade reading below grade level. This can translate into a lifetime of struggle. To change this, Literacy Inc. (LINC) employs an innovative strategy that unlocks the power which already exists within every community. LINC builds partnerships between families, educators and community stakeholders, creating neighborhood networks that surround children with books and fun, skill-building reading opportunities. LINC grows the early habits of reading that are vital to ensuring a child’s future success, in school and beyond.