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What is Greyt Stories?
Greyt Stories is a nonprofit that connects reading-age children (Greyt Callers) with elders (Greyt Listeners) through supervised, weekly phone calls. Children read aloud to their matched elder for approximately 10 minutes each week over a 12-16 week cycle.
Our first cycle begins June 1, 2026.
Program Goals
- Literacy Development: Improve reading fluency, confidence, and comprehension
- Social Connection: Reduce elder isolation while building intergenerational relationships
- Character Building: Foster empathy, responsibility, and communication skills
- Community Service: Provide meaningful volunteer opportunities for children
Key Program Features
Phone-only format - no in-person meetings
Weekly 10-minute calls scheduled at your convenience
Supervised and monitored - program coordinators provide ongoing support
Flexible scheduling - accommodates your family’s routine
No cost to participate - completely free for families
Community service hours - children can earn credit for participation
Greyt Listeners
Greyt Stories pairs you with a young reader who will call you weekly to share their reading journey. Your role is to listen, encourage, and enjoy the connection.
Greyt Callers
Greyt Stories connects you with an elder friend who loves to hear you read! Every week, you’ll call your Greyt Listener and read together for about 10 minutes.