Fundamental, But Not Free

The Inexpensive Book Distribution program, part of Reading is Fundamental, Inc., distributes 15 million books annually to about 4.6 million children. But the program's funding is not included in the Bush administration's proposed 2009 budget. Without that funding, according to RIF, the program will not be able to continue.

You can read RIF's full press release here; you can find contact information for your Congressional representative here.--David E