Countless women have fought to make the world a better place in a push for equality for all people – encouraging generations of young people to build upon the contributions of those that have held the door open for them. Here are a few of our favorite inspiring true stories… Read More

Through our partnership with the Ralph Lauren Corporation, First Book has been able to create more opportunities for underserved students to share the love of literacy! Our partners at the Ralph Lauren Corporation recognize the inspiring power of providing books to the kids who need them most. Read More

Books are critical, but scarce, for kids in need—and the consequences of that scarcity are significant. A lack of access to books is one of the greatest contributors to educational inequality in the United States,[1] and poor educational outcomes are tied to future poverty, unemployment, and illness.[2] Yet… Read More

In 2019, we conducted more than 20 surveys and collected more than 9,000 responses. Below, you'll find the top insights from the year--this is what you told us mattered last year, and we're working to be as supportive as possible in response. Read More

Friendiversary is all about appreciating your friends, old and new, and remembering the good times you’ve had together. For First Book, one of our oldest and best author friends is Mo Willems, award-winning creator of the Elephant and Piggie children’s book series. Like any old friend, when we… Read More

First Book and Award-winning Author Alane Adams to Bring 20,000 New Books to Schools, Programs Devastated by Natural Disasters in Florida Panhandle Read More

Stars to Inspire the Next Generation Through Stories Kenneth Branagh to Narrate PSA Presented Across Disney’s Platforms Photo credit: Disney* The eighth annual Magic of Storytelling campaign kicked off yesterday, during which Disney will celebrate its 75 millionth book donation to First Book, a nonprofit that provides new, free and affordable books to educators and organizations serving children in need. The Magic of Storytelling campaign… Read More

Last week we launched our annual Magic of Storytelling campaign with Disney. This year, we’re celebrating Disney’s 75 millionth book donation to First Book! Through March 31, 2020, everyone can get in on the fun of sharing the magic of storytelling with the educators & kids… Read More

This blog post was written by guest blogger Erika Duncan, Founder and Director of Herstory Writers Workshop.  There is magic in reading a book or listening to a story in a group setting. You don’t have to say whether the same thing once happened to you. Read More