BookNook and Oklahoma Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs Expand Literacy Initiative Statewide
Building on a successful partnership in Oklahoma County, the expansion will bring high-impact reading tutoring to more than 5,500 Club Kids across 75 Boys & Girls Clubs locations throughout Oklahoma.
BARTLESVILLE, Okla., November 10, 2026 — What began as a partnership between BookNook and Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County has grown into a statewide initiative expanding access to high-impact reading tutoring for children across Oklahoma.
Through an expanded partnership with the Oklahoma Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs, more than 5,500 Club Kids across 75 locations will have access to BookNook's research-driven reading tutoring solution. The initiative builds on several years of collaboration with Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County and represents BookNook's largest statewide initiative to date.
The expansion was celebrated on November 9, 2026, at the C.J. "Pete" Silas Boys & Girls Club in Bartlesville, where representatives from BookNook and the Oklahoma Alliance joined local Club leaders and state legislators to recognize the milestone. Attendees toured the facility, learned about the statewide initiative, and observed Club Kids participating in live BookNook reading lessons.
Building on a Shared Commitment to Academic Success
The statewide expansion was made possible through the Oklahoma Alliance's leadership and newly secured funding to broaden access to literacy support across the state. Building on the foundation established in Oklahoma County, the Alliance is creating opportunities for more Clubs to incorporate consistent, high-quality reading intervention into their existing programs.
The initiative advances the Boys & Girls Clubs' commitment to Academic Success by helping Club Kids strengthen foundational reading skills, build confidence, and make meaningful academic progress.
Through BookNook, participating Clubs can provide live, small-group reading tutoring grounded in research and supported by high-quality instructional materials, consistent sessions, and ongoing progress monitoring. The solution complements classroom instruction while providing additional academic support in the familiar, supportive environments where Club Kids already learn, build relationships, and grow.
"Our Clubs have always been places where kids can find encouragement, opportunity, and people who believe in them. Strong reading skills open doors to success in schools and beyond, and this statewide initiative allows us to bring additional academic support to more Club Kids and communities across Oklahoma. We're excited to build on what began in Oklahoma County and expand these opportunities through our partnership with BookNook." Courtney Yunt, Executive Director and President, Oklahoma Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs
From a Local Partnership to Statewide Opportunity
The expansion demonstrates what can happen when community organizations and education partners build on established relationships, shared goals, and a commitment to academic success.
BookNook's flexible implementation approach allows Boys & Girls Clubs to incorporate targeted reading tutoring into their existing programming while providing Club leaders with visibility into participation and learning progress.
As BookNook celebrates its 10th anniversary, the statewide expansion marks another milestone in its commitment to helping more children become confident, capable readers. Building on a decade of experience delivering research-driven tutoring, the initiative demonstrates what's possible when educational and community organizations work together to expand access to meaningful academic support.
"Our partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County helped lay the foundation for what we're celebrating today. Their early commitment to literacy and the leadership of Courtney and the Oklahoma Alliance have helped turn a successful local partnership into a statewide initiative. We're proud of what we've built together and excited to bring high-impact reading tutoring to thousands more kids across Oklahoma." Jerod Blakely, Regional Partnerships Director, BookNook
The initiative also reflects a broader opportunity for schools, community organizations, and educational partners to work together to extend academic support beyond the traditional school day.
“What started as a partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County has grown into something truly special. This statewide expansion reflects the trust we’ve built together and our shared commitment to helping more children become confident, capable readers. BookNook is proud to work alongside the Oklahoma Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs to bring meaningful reading support to more Club Kids and communities across the state.” David Wu, CEO, BookNook
As the initiative continues, BookNook and the Oklahoma Alliance will work together to support implementation, monitor participation and academic progress, and identify opportunities to strengthen reading outcomes for Club Kids across the state.
The expansion reflects a shared commitment to helping more children access the relationships, resources, and academic support they need to succeed, both during and beyond the school day.
About the Oklahoma Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs
The Oklahoma Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs brings together Clubs across the state to expand opportunities for Oklahoma youth. Through collaborative initiatives, government relations, grassroots advocacy, and coordination of statewide grants, the Alliance supports the mission of helping young people reach their full potential.
About BookNook
BookNook delivers high-impact tutoring in reading and math for K–8 learners. Backed by rigorous research and supported tutors, our live, small-group and 1-to-1 sessions help learners build skills, confidence, and momentum. With alignment to learning standards, flexible implementation models, and built-in progress tracking, BookNook helps organizations drive results at scale. Millions of tutoring sessions have already helped children across the country grow together with BookNook.
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