Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) connects children with the joy of reading to spark imaginations and possibilities, putting kids on a path of reading proficiency. Because every child deserves the chance to succeed.
Reading Is Fundamental is a 501(c)(3) non-profit
Reading Is Fundamental and our partners work to change the trajectory of the alarming U.S. literacy crisis, which creates barriers between our nation’s children and their opportunities.
children in the U.S. cannot read proficiently.
of U.S. children living at or below the poverty line have no books at home.
of 4th graders read below grade level, setting them up for difficulty in school and beyond.
Since 1966, we’ve partnered with educators, families, and literacy advocates to change the trajectory of the literacy crisis. Check out the latest from RIF.
Our research-backed solutions, resources, and programs are created by literacy experts to ensure that kids develop a foundation for discovery, growth, and learning. In 2024 alone, we reached more than 25 million children with 9 million books and reading resources—both in person and online.
Every child deserves great stories. RIF invites you to explore this world of diverse books and big adventures, available completely free to spark the joy of reading with RIF's reading app, Skybrary.
Learn how we’re making a measurable impact for children in communities like yours.
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Partner with RIF to disrupt the literacy crisis and support the children in communities where your employees and customers live and work. Together, we can bring the joy of reading to every child, everywhere. Here are just a few organizations we’re proud to call our partners.
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