Get involved in the National Year of Reading 2026
Join BookTrust in celebrating the National Year of Reading by helping to put the magic of books into the hands of children who need it most.
Reading together at a Storytime session
Whether you’re a book lover, part of a community group, a school, or simply someone who believes every child deserves the joy of reading, fundraising for BookTrust is a powerful way to make a difference. From school fundraisers to cosy book-themed events, there are countless ways to get involved.
Club Together for BookTrust
Turn your book club into a force for good! Could your book club raise money to get children reading? Sign up to receive your free fundraising pack in the post.
Pyjamarama: 12 June
If you’re a school, early years setting or community group looking for ways to celebrate reading for pleasure in the National Year of Reading, pop on your PJs and join us on 12 June for Pyjamarama!
Stride for Stories
Whether you run, hop, wheel or swim, every effort helps put books into the hands of children who need them most. Take on a challenge and get started today.
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Discover more fundraising ideas to celebrate the National Year of Reading.
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Help us get more children reading this year.
How your fundraising makes a difference
Did you know that 58% of children in the UK don’t have a bedtime story?
Through our Bookstart Baby programme, over 500,000 families received their baby’s first book
2.7 million books and reading support resources were given to families and partners in 2023/24
For full information, please view our Impact report.