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Reading Is Fundamental, Inc. prepares and motivates children to read by delivering free books and literacy resources to those children and families who need them most.

Founded in 1966, RIF is the oldest and largest children's and family nonprofit literacy organization in the United States. RIF’s highest priority is reaching underserved children from birth to age 8. Through community volunteers in every state and U.S. territory, RIF provides 4.5 million children with 16 million new, free books and literacy resources each year. 

All RIF programs combine three essential elements to foster children's literacy: reading motivation, family and community involvement, and the excitement of choosing free books to keep.

RIF's accomplishments are due in part to the generous support of the U.S. Department of Education, corporations, foundations, community organizations, and thousands of individuals.

Donor of the Month RIF is delighted to recognize Borden Milk as November's Donor of the Month. In support of local schools and families, Borden donated 30 high-quality bilingual book collections to RIF programs throughout Texas and Louisiana. Borden and RIF created this collection with the theme of health and wellness to help kids start smart for a lifetime love of learning. In addition, children at selected RIF sites participated in special read-a-loud events with Elsie-the-Cow, Borden's 70 year old mascot! More About RIF's Supporters: Current Promotions

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Program Reach at a Glance
View a map that shows the number of RIF programs across the country.

RIF Celebrated Its 40th Anniversary
Learn some fun RIF facts and more about our 40th anniversary.

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For Our Children & Our Future
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