First Book-Georgetown University

About Us

First Book is a nonprofit organization with a single mission: to give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books.

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First Book-Georgetown University was officially formed in the fall of 2003. Since our establishment, First Book-Georgetown University has granted more than 10,000 books to children from low-income families in the Washington, DC, area. Our recipient groups include a dozen of literacy-based programs and elementary schools throughout DC. Our goal is not just to fight illiteracy, but to end it!

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You can reach First Book-Georgetown University by emailing us.

News & Events

5th Annual Spring Read-a-Thon

"Bookalicious" Video Wins Money for Books

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Book Grant Recipients

First Book-Georgetown University has given book grants to many programs in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. Read the current list of recipients.

Local Sponsors and Donors

First Book-Georgetown University is able to provide brand-new, high-quality books to children in our community thanks to the generous financial contributions of local businesses and individuals.
Forbes Gold Star Charity and Fast Company Social Capitalist Award   CHARITY NAVIGATOR - Award

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