Our Core Values
The Power and Potential of Youth: We believe in the power of young voices, the possibility in their ideas, and the value of their words.
The Transformative Power of Writing: We believe writing is a catalyst, it unlocks doors, builds confidence, and facilitates self-expression.
Commitment to Creativity and Learning: We nurture creative expression and foster a lifelong love of learning.
Strength of Community: We are exponentially stronger through collective engagement, which allows us to create, implement, and sustain responsive programs.
You are Welcome Here: We honor diversity, equity, and inclusion and work to ensure that everyone is respected, included, and heard.
Our Chapters
2016-2017 by the numbers
Students Served
Student Publications
Teachers Served
After-School Tutoring Sessions
Active Volunteers
Writing Workshops
826 National Stories
826 on the Road, Staff Spotlight
July 10, 2018
As a national network of tutoring and writing nonprofits, the 826 Network is always learning, connecting, and collaborating to better help a greater number of students become stronger and more confident writers across the United States. For the past 12 … Continue reading
May 18, 2018
Writing connects us. From Instagram captions to emails, writing is a touchstone for our lives. And while we are increasingly swapping pencils for thumbs and pens for keyboards, writing continues to guide the way we connect with one another. May … Continue reading
826 In The News, Chapter Highlights, Video
May 4, 2018
“826DC wants young people to love #writing instead of fearing it.” Continue reading
