Reading Is FundamentalReading Is Fundamental

RIF Read-In RIF Read-In [date, time][date, time]

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RIF’s MissionRIF’s Mission

Reading Is Fundamental, Inc.(RIF), founded in 1966, works to build a literate nation by helping young people discover the joy of reading. RIF…

•Shows children that reading is fun.

•Provides free books for children to choose and keep .

•Helps communities get involved with children’s and family literacy.

RIF FactsRIF Facts•The oldest and largest children’s and family nonprofit literacy organization in the U.S.

•Operates through a national, grassroots network of volunteers.

•Highest priority is to serve the nation’s underserved children and families.

•Develops and delivers literacy programs and campaigns that motivate youth to read regularly.

RIF Read-InRIF Read-In•A locally-organized, literacy initiative that raises funds and awareness for the promotion of reading.

•Employees take a 20-minute break during the work day to read for fun in the office or at a designated school as a volunteer guest reader with the children. Employees are also encouraged to make a small donation of $5.00 to Reading Is Fundamental, Inc.

•The goal is to make reading a priority for kids and adults in the community.

When Is the RIF Read-In?When Is the RIF Read-In?

[Provide exact date and time]

Why Should I Get Involved?Why Should I Get Involved?

• Employee participation is the key to the success of the RIF Read-In and your contribution is vital in promoting reading.

• Opportunity to actively engage children in the local community by volunteering as guest readers at a designated school(s), daycare center, or after-school program.

• You can show kids and the community that your company supports literacy.

• It’s fun!

How Do I Get Involved?How Do I Get Involved?

• Tell your team leader that

you’re interested in

participating.

• Sign up and work with the

team leader to determine

how you will participate (i.e.

help organize the event,

serve as a volunteer guest

reader, be a participant

reader, etc.)

What Can I Do?What Can I Do?

•Help organize and publicize the RIF Read-In.

•Recruit more participants.

•Raise or collect donations.

•Volunteer to guest read with children at a local school or other child-centered facility.

•Participate as a reader.

Where Can I Get More Information?

• Visit www.rif.org/readin

• Contact [team leader info]