Free Membership

The Scholastic Literacy Partnerships Program

Distribute more books to more children with a FREE program that subsidizes your book purchases.

Make Every Book Count

Scholastic Literacy Partnerships helps public libraries and community organizations provide free books and materials to children, so they can grow as readers outside the classroom.

Deep Discounts

on beloved books from Scholastic

Free Shipping

on paperbacks & book collections

10 Free Bonus Books

for every $150 spent

Personalized Support

for custom and large orders

We Support Your Mission

Become a member and join 17,000+ organizations nationwide dedicated to advancing children’s literacy, from birth through graduation.

“Scholastic Literacy Partnerships has made it possible to purchase large quantities of new books from a trusted publisher at an affordable price. The children are so excited when they get to choose a new book. They often ask, ‘Do I get to keep it?’ and, ‘How many can I get?’”

Sandra L., Books4Classrooms, Santa Paula, CA

Home Libraries Make a Difference

Research shows that home libraries can have a profound effect on a child's future.

Home Libraries | Topic Paper

Discover the impact of home libraries on children’s academic and economic outcomes.

Make an Impact at Any Scale

Whether you're a small local program or a nationwide nonprofit, we can help you make a lasting impact through literacy.

35 Million
Children
reached by Scholastic books and services each year
17K Program Members
5 Million Books distributed by Literacy Partnerships members each year

Proven Partnerships. Measurable Impact.

For more than 35 years, community organizations, nonprofits, and public libraries have turned to Scholastic Literacy Partnerships to advance literacy in their communities and beyond.

Trusted Partnerships

Long-standing relationships with respected national and community organizations

Unmatched Scale

Ability to extend local efforts into regional or national impact

Literacy Expertise

Deep understanding of children, books, and reading engagement in school and at home

Efficient delivery

Turnkey distribution models that maximize every investment

Join Our Network of Literacy Champions

  • Reach Out and Read
  • United Way
  • Book Harvest
  • Panda Cares Foundation
  • San Jose Public Library
  • Idaho Commission for Libraries
  • Coin Laundry Association
  • Barbershop Books

What We Offer

Scholastic Literacy Partnerships helps you engage all the people who drive your mission forward, from children to communities.

Books & Collections

Make every book count with titles children love at the lowest possible price.

Community Engagement

Work with local organizations to hold literacy events that bring communities together.

Family Engagement

Provide families with educational tools that elevate literacy at home.

Funding Support

We can help you find local funding sources and strengthen your case.  

Bring Books to Every Corner of Your Community

Inspire a love of reading by putting books directly into children’s hands at events and everyday spaces like these.

  • Doctors and dentists
  • Community event organizers
  • Police and fire departments
  • Barbershops
  • Food pantries
  • Laundromats

Ready to Become a Literacy Partner?