Membership, Eligibility & FAQs
Learn who can join the Community, who can access the First Book Marketplace, and how eligibility works.
How First Book works
Community
Your starting point
Peer exchange & content by the community
Events & discussions
Collaboration with other educators
Access to free learning tools & resources
Marketplace
In addition to Community, eligible members can also access:
Low-cost books & materials
Curated educational content
Special funding opportunities
Reliable access to supplies
Marketplace eligibility
- Serve children in need
- Meet First Book verification requirements
- Educator, nonprofit, program leader, volunteer
How eligibility works
After creating an account, you'll be guided through a short eligibility form.
Based on your responses, you'll receive immediate feedback on your Marketplace access.
Eligibility is based on who you serve, not just your role.
More details and examples are included in the FAQs below.
Getting Started
1
Create an account
2
Explore the Community
3
Check eligibility
4
Shop the Marketplace
1
Create an account
2
Explore the Community
3
Check eligibility
4
Shop the Marketplace
What's the difference?
Community and Marketplace are part of the same account, with different focuses and access levels.
Community | Marketplace | |
|---|---|---|
Primary focus | Learning & connection | Purchasing & funding benefits |
Eligibility required |  |  |
Purchasing | | |
Events / discussion | | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Need more help?
Still have questions? Contact our friendly Member Services team at 1-866-READ-NOW or help@firstbook.org, and we will answer your questions or help walk you through the membership creation process.
Our regular business hours are 9am – 5pm ET, Monday – Friday (excluding major holidays).