
Ten Years of Roots and Wings
A Decade of Literacy, Leadership, and What Comes Next By Ted HoskinsonFounder, Roots and Wings Ten years ago, Roots and Wings began with a simple but urgent belief: every child

A Decade of Literacy, Leadership, and What Comes Next By Ted HoskinsonFounder, Roots and Wings Ten years ago, Roots and Wings began with a simple but urgent belief: every child

A Year of Impact, Momentum, and Hope Roots and Wings 2025 Year-End Message: A Year of Impact, Momentum, and Hope By Ted Hoskinson, Founder As 2025 comes to a close,

At Roots and Wings, our mission has always been simple: help children learn, grow, and feel seen. Through Project UpLift, young readers in grades 1 through 3 receive free, after-school

At Roots and Wings, we believe in the power of literacy to change a child’s future, and we know many supporters want their generosity to extend beyond today. That’s why

At Roots and Wings, we’re relentlessly focused on what works for students. Project UpLift – our free, small-group after-school program led by certified teachers in Title One public elementary schools

Through our free afterschool program, Project UpLift, students receive tailored instruction that adapts to their pace, interests, and learning style—especially in critical areas like literacy. Backed by research and driven by care, our small-group approach combines academic support with social-emotional learning to build skills, confidence, and connection. Personalized instruction isn’t just effective—it’s essential for equity, growth, and student success.