Leaders are Readers, Inc. was founded in 2016 by Mykah Montgomery, in Oakland (Alameda County), California, for the advancement of literacy, to lessen the burdens on government and school systems, by helping to eliminate illiteracy and prejudice, and combat juvenile delinquency, bullying and mean behavior.

LARs programs are focused on motivating children in urban communities nationwide to obtain knowledge and skills that embody the characteristics of a “good citizen”. Good citizens respect others, are helpful and considerate, and are willing to put others first.
 
LARs is dedicated to “gifting knowledge” that promotes a love of self and others, a love for community, entrepreneurship, self-betterment, and philanthropy.