What happened: The inaugural Power Forward Readers drive benefits Page Ahead. PEMCO presented the fundraising campaign.
Why it matters: The year-round literacy program seeks to expand book access and reading confidence across Greater Seattle. Its summer launch aimed to reach more than 8,000 students.
By the numbers: Donations exceeded the original target by $1,928, or 38.6%, before the match. The combined funding works out to about $4.18 per book.
What to watch: Programming with libraries, schools and community organizations is planned through the school year.