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Take Action with First Book Canada
We are a community that believes education is the way out of poverty for kids in need. Your actions can transform lives.
Every child deserves a bookshelf filled with possibility.
Right now in Canada, too many children are growing up without access to the books and educational resources they need to learn, imagine, and thrive. For many, the first book they truly own comes from First Book Canada.
Since 2009, First Book Canada has distributed more than 10 million brand-new books and educational resources through a network of 21,000+ educators and community leaders serving children in communities throughout the country.
Why your support matters
Your donation helps put brand-new books into the hands of children who need them most, build diverse classroom and school libraries, and equip educators with resources that support literacy and learning.
It costs just $300 to fill a child's bookshelf with brand-new books. Your gift helps turn an empty shelf into a place of curiosity, confidence, and possibility.
Help unlock a child's story
Every child deserves the chance to fall in love with reading and have books they can call their own.
Donate today and help create a future where every child has access to the books and resources they need to thrive.
Get Involved
Together we have provided more than 10 million high-quality books, educational resources, and other essentials to children from low-income families. Yet hundreds of thousands of kids still need our help.
Volunteer with First Book Canada
You have the power to change a child’s life. First Book Canada is always looking for corporate partners interested in volunteering. We encourage employers to reach out and support our programs across Canada.
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Partner with First Book Canada
First Book Canada partners with corporations and other outstanding organizations that care about making a difference on behalf of kids and heroic educators.
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Fundraise
Interested in hosting an event in your local community to support our efforts? Find out how you can fundraise and help get #BooksToKids.
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Gifts of Stocks and Securities
Donating stock or securities is a great way to advance First Book Canada’s mission and receive a tax benefit.
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Print & Mail Donation Form
Donating with a cheque is another way to support First Book Canada's mission. Print and mail this form with your cheque.
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Learn about other ways to give to First Book Canada such as donor-advised funds, estate bequests, in-kind gifts, international gifts, stock gifts, and more.
Contact us at canada@firstbook.org
Because of the generosity of First Book Canada, students have been able to take home books that they can call their own.— Irene, St. Patrick Secondary School | Toronto, Ontario
