Ameer Baraka

An Inspiring Evening Featuring

Ameer Baraka

Award-winning actor, author, and education advocate whose powerful story of perseverance and purpose continues to inspire audiences around the world.

"If you can teach a child to read, that child has a great probability to do well in life."

An Unforgettable Experience

Together We Can Change the Story

Too many students are struggling with reading and are being missed and unsupported.

Dyslexia affects 1 in 5 students, but many more face reading challenges that go unidentified.

At RCF, we provide the tools, training, and resources students and educators need to succeed.

Help Change the Story for Students Who Struggle to Read.

Save the Date

November 7, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes 

Until Every Teacher Is Trained. Until Every Child Can Read.

Event Sponsors

Executive Producer

Harper Family Charitable Foundation

Blockbuster Sponsors

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Marquee Sponsors

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Lights, Camera, Cocktails Sponsor

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Community Partner Award Sponsor

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Literacy Hero Sponsor

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Student Voice Sponsor

David and Judy Jang
David and Judy Jang
Hon. Rex J. Ford
The Parsons Family

Ensemble Tables

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BEACON College
BEACON College

In-Kind Donation

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