RIF | Our History: Explore RIF’s Milestones RIF receives our first federal contract, making it possible for us to match local funds for the purchase of books and launching a 3-decade partnership with the federal government through the nation’s Inexpensive Book Distribution Program Ruth Graves served as President and CEO for over 20 years (1976-1997) Under her leadership, RIF expands from serving just over 300,000 children annually
Partner With RIF To Inspire the Joy of Reading For sixty years, Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) has connected 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
2026 RIF Matching Grant | RIF. org - Reading Is Fundamental Books for Ownership Books for Ownership, Reading Is Fundamental’s (RIF) flagship reading program, is grounded in choice, access, and engagement It enables children to select new, age-appropriate books to take home and own and is supported by resources for educators, families, and volunteers to create a continuous focus on reading The matching grant award provides grantees with books for
National Reading Month | RIF. org National Reading Month is a nationwide celebration every March that encourages children, families, and communities to make reading a daily habit At Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), we use this month to inspire joyful reading experiences, promote literacy engagement, and share free, accessible resources for educators and families With 25 million children in the U S unable to read proficiently
About Reading Is Fundamental About us Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) is the nation’s leading children’s literacy nonprofit We focus on disrupting the U S literacy crisis by bringing the joy of reading to children to create skilled readers
Leveled Reading Passages | RIF. org These carefully curated texts are designed to support readers at various skill levels, helping educators, families, and students find just-right reading materials Each passage is leveled to ensure appropriate challenge and support, fostering reading confidence and comprehension Whether you're looking for fiction or nonfiction, short stories or informational texts, our leveled passages
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Literacy Central | RIF. org Welcome to RIF's Literacy Central Create engaged readers when you use Reading Is Fundamental’s Literacy Central This award-winning digital library hosts over 10,000 resources directly tied to the books teachers, caregivers and community partners turn to everyday
Reading Passage: The Story of the Titanic (K-2) - rif. org Use this Reading Passage to extend your students' thinking about the story of the Titanic Print or download this passage as a supplementary, independent reading activity to help them develop reading fluency
Careers With RIF - Reading Is Fundamental Reading Is Fundamental’s (RIF’s) leadership and staff are passionate about ensuring that all children experience the joy of reading, setting them on a path to becoming skilled readers If you’re interested in helping to close equity gaps and create generations of lifelong readers, explore our open positions