Who Will Write the Future?
The 826 National Strategic Plan FY 2023-2026
Writing Education Into the Hands of One Million 826 Writers
Our strategic plan focuses on reaching more students by creating a more equitable access to writing education for more students, while inspiring and equipping others to do so as well.
Serve One Million Students
2% of all students in the U.S., through chapters, through teachers, and through partners.
Serve 35,000 Educators
through the work of chapters and 826 Digital.
Grow our annual revenue to $4M
to ensure our capacity meets our goals.
826 University
We will codify the 826 Way, build training for the network and beyond, and maintain a cohesive vision that will allow us to continue to research for impact.
826 Digital
We will expand the reach of writing education and the 826 Way through 826 Digital, empowering teachers and students to increase impact.
826 Partners
We will partner with community-based organizations to provide custom curriculum and training, delivering the 826 Way to more students in spaces where they spend time.
826 Voices
We will amplify students’ words and grow awareness through partners and publishing—both traditional and innovative.
Discover how we’re working with 826 chapters, educators, and partners to amplify youth writers everywhere!
