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The Most Fun Way to Support First Book Whether it’s through your book purchases or taking advantage of a special deal from one of our partners, there are plenty of ways to support First Book’s mission. Shopping is just the one that’s the most fun. Below are a few ways... Read more
Guest post written by Kyle Zimmer, President, CEO & Co-founder of First Book. Kyle is a member of the Forbes Nonprofit Council. This article was originally published on Forbes. The events of the past year have created a tipping point in the fight for racial justice. As a nation, we... Read more
This school year looks different than any other and that can be stressful and worrisome for both educators and students alike. Educators of kids in need are facing their greatest challenge yet as the pandemic worsens existing barriers to education. Earlier this year, we distributed a First Book Research &... Read more
Resources Developed in Response to Educator Feedback on Barriers to Education WASHINGTON, DC – August 27, 2020 – With the school year upon us, educators serving children in need are facing their greatest challenge yet, as the pandemic exacerbates existing barriers to education and the national conversation on racial inequities... Read more
First Book Presents Empowering Educators In 2019, First Book surveyed its network of educators, to provide resources that would help them proactively engage their students in conversations about race. Through the survey, 66% of educators stated they wanted to proactively discuss race and racism in their classroom; with 76% of... Read more
In communities, neighborhoods, towns and regions across our country, we are on a critical journey: to better understand and undo systemic racism. To support this journey, First Book, Pizza Hut and the American University’s Antiracist Research and Policy Center are launching an unprecedented partnership to empower educators – and the children... Read more
As the holiday season approaches, we want to thank several of our partners who are making it easy for you to give back to First Book. Their partnership helps us provide books and educational essentials to kids in need, and helps you donate to First Book. Keep us in mind... Read more
This holiday season, the book you give could be the only gift a child receives. And you know that the gift of a book can lead to a lifelong love of reading—and learning. Will you pass on your love of books to the next generation? Here are two great reasons... Read more
In honor of the release of the newest Pete the Cat book, Pete the Cat & the Perfect Pizza Party, we’ve brought together our partners to create a fun & delicious prize package to give away every day next week – or as we like to call it – PETE WEEK!... Read more
This piece was originally published in Forbes for the 12 Days of Charitable Giving by Kelly Phillips Erb, a senior contributor, on Dec. 13, 2018. Readers suggested charities, and Phillips Erb posted one a day for 12 days. First Book was featured on day three. First Book (Washington, D.C.) is a nonprofit social... Read more