The Power of YOUth: Imagination Into Action
Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
Fordham University’s Lincoln Center Campus (113 West 60th Street)
The Power of YOUth Summit is an annual full-day event that brings together READ Teen Leaders from NYC, PA, and beyond for meaningful leadership and professional development opportunities and a celebration of their impact as literacy role models for striving young READers.
The Summit offers workshops, panels, and valuable opportunities for Teen Leaders to connect with visionaries in the corporate sector, education champions, philanthropists, and others dedicated to advancing equity and success for young people.
We thank the mission-aligned corporations, foundations, and individuals who partner with Read Alliance to provide opportunities that propel Teen Leaders and striving READers toward excellence.
2026 Trailblazer Awardee for Corporate Social Responsibility
Alliance Bernstein
2026 Annual Youth Summit Sponsors
Lead Supporter
Victor & Clara C. Battin Foundation
Literacy Supporter
Customers Bank
Dollars & Sense Supporter
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
