 Alert: Reinstate RIF's Funding!
President Obama's proposed FY11 budget eliminates funding for RIF and its nationwide services. Without federal funding, more than 4.4 million children and families will not receive free books or reading encouragement from RIF programs. Act now to help.
 Welcome 2010 RIF Ambassadors
Meet our "reading rock stars," also known as the RIF Ambassadors. This working honor recognizes the invaluable role of local volunteers. In 2010, this group of 50 dedicated local leaders will rock their communities for children's literacy by engaging neighboring programs and volunteers in literacy outreach activities. Check out the 2010 RIF Ambassadors, sponsored by Macy's.
 Honor a RIF Volunteer
Now through February 15, RIF is accepting nominations for the 2010 Anne Richardson RIF Volunteer of the Year Awards, sponsored by Macy's. This year's awards will recognize the work of a RIF coordinator, parent volunteer, and community volunteer. Learn more and submit a nomination.
 RIF 2010 Gala: Save the Date!
RIF's 2010 Gift of Reading Gala will take place on Wednesday, May 26 at the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. See sponsorship information, and buy advance tickets today.
 Program of the Month
How can reluctant readers turn into Renowned Readers? Take some tips from our January Program of the Month, Riverdale Elementary School RIF in Riverdale, Md. Thanks to caring school leaders, children once unenthusiastic about books have not only become engaged readers but also published authors! Read about this innovative program.
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