Welcome to
City’s First Readers
We’re a group of nonprofits that offer early learning programs and activities for families with children from birth to age 5.
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CFR Partners

SCO Family of Services
SCO works with families across NYC to ensure that children are prepared to excel.

New Alternatives for Children
NAC provides real help and hope for medically complex children.

Literacy Inc.
Parents learn new skills, get free books, create community, & discover a love for reading.

Queens Public Library
QPL provides free books and programs to help families raise young readers.

Brooklyn Public Library
Visit us in Brooklyn & online for library services and family literacy programs.

The Committee for Hispanic Children and Families
Education, capacity-building, and advocacy for underserved children and families.

Arab-American Family Support Center
Founded by the Arab-American Community. Open to All.

Reach Out and Read of Greater New York
We partner with doctors to provide books at check-ups and encourage reading.

Child Center of NY
Family-focused multiservice organization reaching more than 41,000 children.

La Fuerza de Familias Latinas
La Fuerza de Familias Latinas is an education program with workshops and digital resources designed to support parents and caregivers to promote their

JCCA
JCCA provides compassionate, quality care to 17,000 children & families in NYC.

The New York Public Library
Hosts early literacy programs and provides free books and resources.

Family Health Centers @NYU
NYU Langone provides early childhood services for children and families in NYC.
Calendar of Events
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