Inspired by a child. Named for his dog.

How The ‘Shadow’ Project became a unique nonprofit that has supported nearly 12,500 students.

National Reading Champions

Esnoy and Eric are graduates of The Shadow Project’s Reading Mentors program.

Bailey Perseveres with Learning in Pandemic

Now the 5th grader is offering hope to other students with learning challenges.

Les Schwab Sponsors Reading Mentors in 7 Portland Schools, to Improve Literacy and Reading Enthusiasm

RENEWING COMMITMENT TO STUDENTS DURING PANDEMICLes Schwab knows many children who learn differently are struggling