Spellbinders
To enhance literacy, encourage character development, and build intergenerational community through the art of oral storytelling.
About Spellbinders
Spellbinders is a national nonprofit storytelling organization (EIN 84-1157832) that trains volunteer storytellers to work in classrooms, libraries, parks, and senior settings to strengthen oral language, literacy, and community connections.
Founded as a national program in 1990 and operating as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization under the provided EIN, Spellbinders maintains Licensed Local Storyteller Organizations (LLSOs), runs regular storyteller training, and reports measurable impact through recent annual outcomes and program evaluations.
Notable achievements
Established national storyteller network
Since its formation as a national organization, Spellbinders has licensed and supported local storyteller organizations (LLSOs) across multiple states, sustaining a volunteer-driven model for decades.
2023–2024 program outcomes
Recent reporting shows substantial reach in the 2023–2024 cycle (reported figures include roughly 200+ schools visited, nearly 300 active volunteer storytellers, more than 1,200 classroom visits, and over 215,000 audience members reached).
Healthy Aging evidence
Completed a Healthy Aging survey and related evaluations demonstrating that Spellbinders activities promote social interaction, mental engagement, and a sense of purpose for older volunteers.
At a glance
- Tax status
- 501(c)(3)Public charity
- EIN
- 84-1157832
- Location
- Broomfield, CO
- Website
- spellbinders.org
- On Mahalo since
- November 2025
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