On May 1, 2025, Everybody Wins DC hosted our annual Read to Dream event, raising $387,000 to help local children thrive through reading. Hosted at Nationals Park, the evening celebrated all that is magical about EWDC’s reading programs and the positive impact they have on children across the greater DC area. The event also marked EWDC’s 30th anniversary of service, honoring the people and partners who have made it all possible.

The evening honored Mary Salander, EWDC co-founder and former executive director, with the Founder's Award and the Washington Nationals as our 2025 Community Champions.

Event proceeds will support EWDC's 3 reading programs, Power Readers, StoryTime, and Book Project, during the 2024-25 program year. Click here to learn more about the positive impact of Read to Dream 2025.