This summer, thanks to ForMK, our Community Initiative, we were able to contribute £1,080 towards purchasing reading resources and teaching aids for Read Easy MK
How Learning To Read Opens Doors
At Venture Church, we believe that every act of generosity has the power to open doors. And sometimes, those doors are quite literally pages in a book. This summer, thanks to ForMK, our Community Initiative, we were able to contribute £1,080 towards purchasing reading resources and teaching aids for Read Easy MK, a local charity that provides free, confidential, one-to-one coaching for adults who are unable to read. Through this support, learners are paired with volunteer coaches who walk alongside them on the life-changing journey of literacy.
Our gift will play a significant role in equipping both readers and coaches with the essential materials they need throughout the year. From books and magazines to practical guides, these resources enable adults to grow in confidence and independence. What might seem simple — reading a road sign or ordering from a menu — often becomes a gateway to a whole new sense of freedom.
As Terry Dell, Fundraiser at Read Easy MK, shared:
“I cannot stress too highly the difference that our service often makes to our readers… Probably the most important benefit from all this is a huge boost in self-confidence. In many cases this can be life changing. Maybe they have the confidence to fill in a job application for the first time.”
These words remind us of the incredible ripple effect that one investment can have in someone’s life.
This gift, made possible through the faithful giving of our Church Family, is more than financial support — it is an investment in dignity, opportunity, and hope. Together, we are helping to remove barriers, ignite confidence, and release potential in the lives of people across Milton Keynes. Through forMK, generosity is unlocking futures one page at a time.
