First Book

First Book is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that aims to address educational inequity by providing access to new books and educational resources for children from low-income communities. Here are some details about First Book:

First Book's mission is to remove barriers to quality education by making new, high-quality books and educational resources available to children in need.

First Book was founded in 1992 by Kyle Zimmer, a social entrepreneur and advocate for educational equity. It began as a small effort to provide books to children in Washington, D.C., and has since grown into a national organization serving educators and programs across the United States and Canada.

First Book primarily focuses on providing access to books and educational resources to children and programs serving low-income communities. Their target audience includes teachers, librarians, program leaders, and community organizations working with children in need.

First Book sources and distributes new, high-quality books at significantly reduced prices or through book grants. They work with a network of publishers and authors to offer a diverse range of titles across various genres and reading levels.

To access First Book's resources, individuals or programs must serve children from low-income families or communities. Eligible programs include schools, early childhood programs, after-school programs, libraries, and other community organizations.

The First Book Marketplace is an online platform where educators and program leaders can access discounted books, educational materials, and other resources. Users can browse and purchase items directly from the Marketplace, with prices significantly below retail.

First Book engages in community collaborations and partnerships to amplify its impact. They work with publishers, corporations, foundations, and other nonprofit organizations to expand access to educational resources and advocate for educational equity.

First Book conducts research and surveys to understand the needs of children and educators in low-income communities better. They also advocate for policies and funding that support educational equity and access to resources.

While books are a primary focus, First Book also provides access to other educational resources, such as school supplies, digital learning tools, and basic needs items like hygiene products, to support holistic learning experiences for children in need.

First Book has distributed millions of books and educational resources to educators and programs serving children from low-income communities. Their work helps to promote literacy, educational engagement, and positive educational outcomes for underserved children.