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Serve kids in need? Learn about free First Book membership and eligibility
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First Book Community Platform
Supporting educators serving children in low-income communities nationwide
Free to join • Instant access
The First Book Community Platform brings together educators, youth-serving professionals, experts, and partners to share resources, ideas, and opportunities that support children in low-income communities.
Built with and for our member network, it's a dynamic space that grows alongside the people who use it. New content, events, and members are being added continuously.
Learning sessions, author talks, and timely conversations that support educators and the young people they serve.
Lesson plans, activity guides, and teaching materials tailored to real classroom and program needs.
Opportunities to connect with educators across the country who share your challenges and successes.
High-impact titles organized by theme, grade level, and community insight.
Designed first and foremost for educators and youth-serving professionals working with children in need.
Every feature, every interface decision, every tool—built with their work in mind.
Their experiences, insights, and feedback actively shape what the platform becomes.
At the same time, we've made it possible for a broader community—supporters, partners, and lifelong learners—to engage with select content and events.
As the platform grows, so does its potential to connect people, ideas, and resources in powerful new ways.
This is not a finished product—it's a living system that adapts and expands with the community it serves.
A platform that grows with purpose, guided by those who use it, and designed for lasting impact.
Your access level is determined after registration based on eligibility. Here's what each level includes:
Full platform benefits for verified educators and program leaders
Explore content and resources without full membership benefits
When educators have access to the right support, the impact extends far beyond a single classroom or program.
The First Book Community Platform is designed to scale that impact—providing the infrastructure for ideas to spread and unlocking opportunity for under-resourced children and communities.
For corporate and social impact partners, it's a powerful way to reach and learn from the largest nationwide network of educators serving the children most in need of support.
We're continuing to expand the platform with new features, content, and opportunities—guided by the needs and ideas of the community itself.
This is just the beginning!
Create your free account and verify your eligibility to access the full First Book Marketplace and Community Platform.
Explore the platform, attend select events, and stay connected to First Book's mission and impact.
Support educators and students through financial contributions, book donations, or organizational partnerships.