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Ready to Read Pinellas 

Ready to Read brings the joy of books directly to families across Pinellas County by delivering free, age-appropriate books to their homes each month until their child turns five. This consistent access to books nurtures early literacy skills, creates meaningful moments between caregivers and children, and builds a strong foundation for kindergarten readiness and lifelong success.

HOW TO HELP

Support Ready to Read Pinellas

Every child deserves the magic of a bedtime story, yet many in Pinellas County lack access to books at home. Through Ready to Read Pinellas, families receive free, age-appropriate books each month—building early literacy skills and helping a child prepare for kindergarten and life.

For just $50, you can put books into the hands of young children in Pinellas County for a year.

The Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County is funded in part by the state of Florida’s Division of Early Learning. 
100% of this contribution made goes directly to the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County (#CH24045).

A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. EIN# 59-3726679