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
Child Center of NY
Family-focused multiservice organization reaching more than 41,000 children.
JCCA
JCCA provides compassionate, quality care to 17,000 children & families in NYC.
Queens Public Library
QPL provides free books and programs to help families raise young readers.
Video Interaction Project
VIP strengthens child development through reading & play at pediatric checkups.
SCO Family of Services
SCO works with families across NYC to ensure that children are prepared to excel.
Brooklyn Public Library
Visit us in Brooklyn & online for library services and family literacy programs.
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.
Literacy Inc.
Parents learn new skills, get free books, create community, & discover a love for reading.
Reach Out and Read of Greater New York
We partner with doctors to provide books at check-ups and encourage reading.
New Alternatives for Children
NAC provides real help and hope for medically complex children.
