Scripps Howard Fund distributes 2 millionth book through childhood literacy campaign
Key Highlights
- ➤Childhood literacy campaign distributes 2 millionth book after launching in 2016
- ➤Fund invests more than $1.3 million for over 200,000 free books in 2026–2027
- ➤Campaign’s cumulative distributions will surpass 2.2 million books after this year’s fundraising
- ➤Fund sponsors free book fairs at nearly 100 partner Title I schools nationwide
Expert Statements
Meredith Delaney, president and CEO of the Scripps Howard Fund
“Access to books is access to opportunity”
Meredith Delaney, president and CEO of the Scripps Howard Fund
“Books encourage children to be curious and envision futures they may have never considered.”
Meredith Delaney, president and CEO of the Scripps Howard Fund
“Reaching 2 million books is a powerful reflection of what happens when communities come together to ensure all kids can unlock possibilities thanks to reading.”
CLEVELAND, Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Scripps Howard Fund distributed the 2 millionth book through its “If You Give a Child a Book …” childhood literacy campaign, marking a major milestone as the initiative celebrates 10 years of book distributions.
The milestone book was distributed on Sept. 23 at a Scholastic Book Fair in Cleveland, where students selected age-appropriate books to take home and add to their personal libraries. The event was held in partnership with WEWS, Scripps’ ABC-affiliated station in Cleveland.
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