A Legacy of Literacy. A Future of Possibility.
Sixty years ago, RIF set out with a simple but powerful mission: to make sure every child has the opportunity to read and succeed.
Today, we celebrate the millions of children we've reached and the millions more to come.
Join us in honoring our past and looking ahead to a future where every child can read confidently and dream big.
Celebrate 60 Years of Reading
Join the Celebration
For 60 years, our story has been written by readers, volunteers, and supporters like you. Celebrate this milestone with us by giving the gift of literacy, celebrating with RIF, and sharing your reading inspiration to help spark a love of books in the next generation.
Donate
Give the gift of literacy and be part of the next 60 years!
Celebrate on Social Media
Celebrate RIF’s 60th on your social media with our easy to use social media tool kit
Share Your Reading Inspiration
Celebrate by sharing your reading story.
Sixty Years Strong and Sharing the Joy of Reading with Every Child
Sixty years after RIF began putting books into children’s hands, our commitment to free and equitable access has never been stronger. Today, through RIF’s reading app, Skybrary, we’re bringing our mission full circle—providing 100 free books to every child and ensuring that all children, everywhere, have the opportunity to read, learn, and grow.
Moments that Shaped our Mission
To see the full version of RIF's history, visit our About Us page.
Decades of Literacy Champion Awardees
Behind every book placed in a child’s hands stands a champion for literacy. We honor the educators, organizations, and advocates who have been awarded and recognized by RIF for their steadfast support has fueled RIF’s mission for decades.
Be Part of the Next 60 Years
Your gift ensures every child has the chance to discover the joy of reading.
Our Next Chapter
As we celebrate 60 years of impact, RIF’s story is still being written. Our next chapter is about meeting children wherever they are—whether through a digital library in their hands, leveraging AI for literacy solutions, or a book in their backpack. With Skybrary and new technologies expanding our reach, we’re continuing to evolve to ensure every child has the tools, access, and inspiration to read, learn, and dream.
Wall of Reading Celebration
Every reader has a story—and often, someone who helped spark it. As we celebrate 60 years of inspiring readers, we invite you to share your reading story and join our community of literacy champions continuing RIF’s legacy.
Thank You!
Please enjoy this list of 60 beloved children’s books - may these stories continue to spark imaginations for generations to come.
Celebrate Reading, Shop RIF
Commemorate 60 years of reading joy by shopping the RIF Store, now offering new anniversary merch.
