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The Reading League Chapters

Join your state chapter today for information on educational events, literacy news, and opportunities to connect with other league members in your state.

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State Chapters

Alabama

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Idaho

Illinois

Indiana

Kansas

Louisiana

Maryland

Massachusetts

Michigan

Minnesota

Missouri

Montana

New Hampshire

New Jersey

New Mexico

New York

North Carolina

Ohio

Oklahoma

Pennsylvania

South Carolina

Texas

Vermont

Virginia

Washington

Washington, DC

Wisconsin

Wyoming

Chapter Sponsors

We are thankful to recognize the following organizations as sponsors of state chapters, all of whom share our commitment to our mission.

TRL New Jersey

TRL New York

TRL Georgia

TRL Vermont

TRL Louisiana

Upcoming Chapter Events

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Rationale for Affiliation

Affiliation with a national organization provides many benefits; Chapters gain:

Expertise through consultation and technical assistance;
Visibility and clout as part of a larger, more powerful group;
Exposure and marketing on the TRL website;
Coordination of its programs and activities with those of TRL;
Access to information and materials such as presentations, handouts, videos;
Increased advocacy and traction for its mission.

General Criteria

Chapters will:

Incorporate as a separate organization
Become a tax-exempt organization under Section 501 (c) (3) of the IRS code or have a fiscal sponsor that is tax-exempt under Section 501 (c) (3)
Obtain and maintain appropriate insurance
Establish bylaws that are consistent with those of TRL
File an annual report to TRL on July 1 of each year
Appoint a President and Treasurer
File audited financial reports with TRL
File IRS form 990 (or 990-EZ or 990-N) each year
Secure a membership base of at least 35 members
Seek funding or sponsorship for local activities and events
Pay a yearly affiliation fee to TRL (with the exception of Year One)
Offer events and engage in activities in alignment with the purpose and mission of TRL
Secure approval in advance from TRL for presentations, materials, sponsors/vendors
Maintain full transparency of activities and events
Abide by all the terms of the Affiliation Agreement

Applying for Chapter Status

Before becoming a Chapter, interested parties will submit to TRL:

Statement of goals and objectives of the group, to demonstrate alignment and consistency
with those of TRL’s mission “to advance the awareness, understanding, and use of evidence aligned reading instruction.”
List of officers and description of duties
Interested member list
Method or plan for funding or revenue-generation
Initial plan for events and activities in which the Chapter wishes to engage

Download Roadmap to Becoming a Chapter