Promise Project

Our Early Promise initiative has always focused on identifying children at risk for learning disabilities as early as possible, before they fall too far behind in school. This year, we’ve taken our mission to the next level with the launch of our Train-The-Trainer model – creating new literacy leaders and building a network of in-school experts who can sustain and expand our work.

Early Promise is a scalable model that provides customized training to school staff so they can better identify and understand dyslexia, deepen their knowledge of the reading brain, and implement our proprietary Early Promise Intervention Connect (EPIC) assessment.

Train-the-Trainer teaches educators how to recognize and respond to dyslexia and reading difficulties in kindergarten classrooms, and gives them the tools to teach these crucial skills to their colleagues.

Active in 20 schools across all five boroughs, Early Promise now reaches more than 1,000 students in over 50 classrooms. Our work spans both general and special education settings, guaranteeing that children receive consistent, accurate identification and support no matter which program they’re in.

Train-The-Trainer cements these skills in the school system, leading to better outcomes not just for individual classrooms, but for entire school communities.

Together, we can continue to make a real difference in the lives of these young learners.

Promise Project’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Beautiful Promise, takes place on Tuesday, April 29 at Metropolitan Pavilion. The evening will feature an exceptional program, as well as our signature silent auction including spectacular New York experiences, contemporary accessories, rare wines, and more.

Promise provides free, state-of-the-art neuropsychological testing as well as advocacy and parent empowerment so underserved children with learning disabilities get the tools they need to succeed — in school and in life.

We are expanding our reach into public schools across New York City to identify children sooner and put them on the path to learning.