We help kids dive into reading

Students Expanding American Literacy (SEAL) connects communities, opens books, and opens doors.

SEAL volunteer showing book to child

We pair underserved elementary students with college-aged mentors to develop literacy and a love of learning.

Students Expanding American Literacy (SEAL) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and collegiate service organization. We recruit and train passionate college students to become literacy tutors, mentors, and advocates.

child reading book

SEAL volunteers read and play with small groups of elementary students every week.

We aim to instill confidence and curiosity in both college and elementary students.

How to Get Involved

SEAL volunteer and child reading book about seals

Join our community of literacy tutors at UT, SMU, and SEU.

SEAL volunteers at a social event

No SEAL chapter at your school yet? Let’s start one together.

 
pile of childrens books

Help us stock bookshelves and support more classrooms.