New Orleans Literacy Nonprofit
Reading with purpose.
Writing the future.
We put books in kids' hands — and power in their voices. Through author-led reading sessions and our Young Authors program, we help children ages 5 to 12 fall in love with reading and become published authors themselves.
1,000+
Free books distributed
5–12
Ages served
2
Core programs
1
Library inside a barbershop
Our Programs
Two pathways to a lifetime of stories.
Designed for young minds in underserved communities, our programs build the skills, voice, and confidence kids need to thrive.
Reading Literacy Program
Foundational reading skills, comprehension, and vocabulary development through engaging, culturally relevant materials and author-led sessions.
Ages 5–12
Young Authors Program
We guide kids step-by-step on how to structure, write, and illustrate their own books — and become published authors with their name on the cover.
Flagship Program
The Library
A library inside a barbershop — because access shouldn't have walls.
Our flagship community library lives inside the WHO DAT BarberShop in New Orleans. Kids can stop in for a haircut and leave with a stack of books — for free.
It's a safe space, a quiet corner, and a launching pad for young readers and writers in our neighborhood.
Your gift puts books in tiny hands.
Every $25 sponsors a new reader. Every $100 helps a child become a published author.