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Sparking a Universe of Curiosity

We believe every person deserves a chance to learn, grow, and dream. Join us in making reading a joyful adventure for all.

  • Young Man Reading

Empowering Minds, Building Communities

Resist Cares empowers local neighborhoods by fostering scholastic growth and creative expression through exciting literary events and increased access.

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Seeds of Change in Action

From in school meet-ups to free public libraries, our projects are designed to meet communities where they are, sparking a lifelong love for discovery.

Building Access To Open Minds

Overcoming literary access by building free libraries where access to great stories and history are needed most.

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The Petersburg Book Fest

Bringing the fun and excitement of great storytelling and performative arts to Petersburg, VA.

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Contributing authors

Readers United & Excited

Petersburg Book Fest (2025)

850+

In person attendees

160

Attendee home cities

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