Every day, we read without thinking about it. A text. A subject line. A prescription label. A bedtime story. Directions home. We often take reading for granted. That’s not the case for millions of children who are still waiting for room to learn. That’s why Room to Read works with communities around the world to help more children access more books — books that spark a love of reading and learning, support strong literacy skills and unlock a future of new possibilities. This September, join a global effort to celebrate the power of reading while helping children around the world access books and education. By making room to read in your own life, you can make room to read for children around the world. Participating is simple: 1. Pledge to Read. Set a goal to read for a certain number of minutes – on your own, as a class, or with a group. 2. Track and share your progress. For every minute you read, invite others to support you by making an equivalent donation to promote education worldwide. 3. Raise funds for literacy. Every USD $1 donated can provide a brand-new book for a child facing deep educational, gender and economic inequities.
Make Room to Read
Make Room to Read 2026
This September, don’t take reading for granted.
Interested in Making Room to Read?
Check back soon for toolkits and resources for participating school groups, corporate partners, families, and anyone who wants to make a difference for children worldwide by picking up a good book. Enter your email here for more info and updates on how to participate.
Pledge to read. Share your progress. Raise funds for literacy. Make room for all children to read, learn and grow.
Our Literacy Program in Action
The power of children’s libraries: supporting literacy and building community
Christabel Pinto, Vice President, Room to Read's Literacy Portfolio
A journey from loss to literacy: Hafiz’s story and the rise of reading corners in Lebanon
Nivrita Durgvanshi, Associate Director, Literacy Portfolio
Reading in a digital society: Promoting book use around the world
Christabel Pinto, Vice President, Room to Read's Literacy Portfolio
“Students want to come to school and want to read”
Siriphone Siriphongphanh, Senior Officer, Communications & Development, Room to Read in Laos
Nonfiction children's books help teachers lead and children read
By Siriphone Siriphongphanh, Senior Communications Officer, and Athit Masouvanh, Program Manager, Room to Read in Laos
Why are libraries important to a community: A Room to Read expert explains
Quynh Le, Global Literacy Manager
Room to Read's nonfiction children's book collection in Laos
Mahesh Pathirathna, Global Literacy Advisor, Room to Read’s Literacy Portfolio
