Our free programs for kids seven to 17 combat the literacy crisis head on in Philadelphia, where some 40% of high school students drop out and some 50% of working-age adults do not have adequate literacy skills. Mighty Writers was founded in 2009 by Philadelphia writer and editor Tim Whitaker with a mission to teach Philadelphia kids to think and write with clarity.

We offer free year-round writing programs for nearly 3,000 Philadelphia kids at six sites throughout the city (and one in Camden, NJ) with help from 400 volunteers. Programs include daily after-school academies, themed writing workshops, mentorships, a teen scholars program, college essay writing courses and toddler programs across all sites.

Mighty Writers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered in PA. and NJ.

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Tim Whitaker

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The Writing and Instruction team at Mighty Writers is dedicated to developing and implementing engaging writing curricula for kids aged seven to 17. This team includes Writing Coaches, Senior Writers, and specialized facilitators who lead after-school academies, themed workshops, and mentorship programs. They focus on enhancing literacy skills, fostering emotional expression through writing, and guiding students in crafting college essays. Additionally, interns and volunteers support these efforts, providing personalized tutoring and assisting in various instructional activities.

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