Children’s Literacy Initiative (CLI) is a non-profit organization founded in 1988 that focuses on improving literacy instruction in public, charter, and parochial schools. Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the organization works to create lasting literacy improvements in high-poverty schools by providing teachers with training, coaching, and resources. CLI’s approach centers on developing teachers’ instructional practices through research-based professional development programs. The organization implements its services primarily in pre-K through third-grade classrooms, working directly with educators to enhance their teaching methods and create literacy-rich environments. Their model includes one-on-one coaching, small group workshops, and classroom resources. The organization has received notable recognition for its work, including a 2010 Investing in Innovation (i3) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. CLI has partnered with school districts across multiple states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Illinois, and California. Their programs have been validated through independent research studies showing significant improvements in both teacher practices and student reading achievement. CLI maintains a comprehensive collection of educational resources and has developed various proprietary tools and frameworks for literacy instruction. The organization regularly collaborates with education researchers and literacy experts to refine and enhance their methodologies based on current best practices in early literacy education.