Season 5 / Ep. 10 (December 2025) - Beyond Literacy: Community

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation diving into Freedom Schools - a powerful program that’s transforming not just classrooms — but the neighborhoods they serve. Featuring guests Frankie Bonilla, Director of the Peter Spencer Freedom School in Wilmington, and Ken Livingston, Senior Director of Student Success including Get Delaware Reading, this episode is the second installment of a 2 part conversation about the challenges of fostering literacy in our community. United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, and resources to address the challenges caused by long-standing disparities. In partnership with passionate community leaders, we are dedicated to creating opportunities that empower men, women, and children across Delaware and Salem County, New Jersey. Our mission is to help families move from crisis to thriving, ensuring every child gets a strong start by reading at grade level. We are committed to equipping the next generation with the skills they need to become the workforce our state needs to flourish, while also ensuring families have access to livable wages that support their success and stability. Together, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant future for all.Support the show