Funding Your Kids Read Now Summer Program

Find Funding to Bring Kids Read Now to Your School

The 2025 Kids Read Now Grant & Funding Guide is your roadmap for securing the resources you need to launch or expand your summer reading program. This guide walks you through proven strategies, funding sources, and best practices that make it easier for schools and districts to support literacy year-round.

Inside, you’ll find:

• A full breakdown of federal funding sources that can support Kids Read Now, including Titles I–VII, IDEA, and McKinney-Vento.
• Guidance on using the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan (CCIP) and other district funding tools.
• Tips for writing stronger grant applications, from crafting clear narratives to preparing detailed budgets.
• A curated list of corporate, community, and local funding partners, including grant links and program examples.
• Practical best practices for building partnerships, identifying needs, and tracking timelines for funding opportunities.
• Real-world advice for finding creative options such as crowdsourcing, PTA funds, and local civic support.

Download your free copy and discover how to unlock new funding opportunities for your school’s summer reading success.