Ohio Federation of Teachers is proud to partner with First Book to provide our members with an opportunity for free books to advance your education initiatives.
About First Book
First Book Grants for Qualifying OFT members
Grants for OFT members in qualifying locals:
Grants will be awarded in amounts up to $500, and the deadline to submit a grant proposal is Wednesday, September 18.
Examples of projects for First Book grants include, but are not limited to:
- Hosting a literacy night;
- Kindergarten registration;
- Open House events or Parent-Teacher Conferences;
- Supplementing curriculum or stocking your classroom library;
- Books for social and emotional learning.
- Complete this form by September 18.
- Sign up as a member of First Book. Registration is free.
Grants for new teachers in our six largest teacher locals:
New members of OFT's six largest teacher locals (Cleveland Teachers Union, Cincinnati Federation of Teachers, Toledo Federation of Teachers, Cleveland Heights Teachers Union, Oregon City Federation of Teachers, and Berea Federation of Teachers) were awarded a national grant, allowing new members to qualify for $100 for First Book purchases to support your classrooms and curriculum. Inquire within your local union for details.