"GOLDEN QUOTES" CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
...FROM RIF OF NOVA SUPPORTERS
On this page, please find quotes from several Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia supporters -- in celebration of our 50 years in the community, bringing the love of books to generations of children and contributing to literacy and a love of reading. We are grateful for the many contributions from our supporters and their words of celebration.
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"Driving positive change and making meaningful contributions across communities is a core part of what we do at AWS InCommunities. We’re excited to support the work of Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia in its mission of helping children cultivate learning, literacy, and the love of reading."
-- Golden Gala Presenting Sponsor: Amazon Web Services InCommunities |
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"Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia has been connecting the critical links between access to books, education and future success for 50 years. As a book vendor, and recipient of a RIF of NOVA 2020-2021 Special Commendation Award, Books4School is proud to congratulate RIF of Northern Virginia for 50 years of impactful dedication to children’s literacy."
-- The Fields family and friends at Interstate Books4School |
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"Congratulations to Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia as you celebrate your 50th anniversary. Cavalier Logistics is and will continue to be a proud supporter of your important program as you pursue your goal of motivating children to read. Your achievement in putting books in the hands of thousands of local kids is admirable. Thank you to the RIF of NOVA volunteers for your outstanding work. “
-- Tim Holdaway, President & CEO, Cavalier Logistics |
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"Old Dominion National Bank has been a proud supporter of Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia since 2017. Congratulations on 50 years of providing books to deserving children in our community!"
-- Mark Merrill, CEO, Old Dominion National Bank |
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"Congratulations RIF of NOVA for 50 years of enlightening children through the love of reading. We are so proud to partner with you!"
-- Sheila Adams Gardner, Founder, Cooperative Strategies Family Law |
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"MahoganyBooks is a proud supporter of Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia. We share with RIF of NOVA a goal to provide books that represent the amazing diversity of so many young people who deserve to have their stories seen and heard. Our world is much richer because of it. Congratulations RIF of NOVA for 50 years of fostering the love of reading."
-- Ramunda Young, Owner/Co-founder MahoganyBooks and Emeritus Council member, RIF of NOVA |
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"The Seward Group is excited to wish Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia a happy 50th anniversary. We appreciate the work you all do to promote reading, literacy, and the love of books for Northern Virginia's children. Wishing you continued success -- and happy to be a proud supporter!"
-- Melody Abella, Real Estate Agent and Founding Partner, The Seward Group |
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"RIF of NOVA has been an incredible partner in our shared mission to support children’s literacy throughout Virginia. Their tireless work to get books into the hands of children in the most under-resourced communities is truly inspiring. Congratulations on 50 years of dedication to literacy and making a true impact on the children you serve. We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to many more years."
-- Alicia Levi, President & CEO, Reading Is Fundamental |
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"Heart-felt congratulations on RIF of NOVA’s 50th Anniversary! Your dedication to making literacy a central focus in our area has brought the joy of reading, the excitement of home libraries, and a brighter future to so many students. Bookworm Central has been honored to be a part of your mission over these past many years and looks forward to many more. Thank you for all you have done to enrich our community!"
-- Laurie Rothenberg, Bookworm Central |
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"When the Vineyard Family Foundation was established, education was one of our cornerstones. RIF of NOVA is one organization that fulfills this mission. We wish you 50 more years of success and will continue to partner with you as a way to reach more children and fulfill both of our missions of improving our community through literacy -- one child at a time!"
-- Grace and William Vineyard, Founders |
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"My first introduction to Reading Is Fundamental of NOVA was as a sponsor for the biannual Book It For Books fundraiser. It was such a pleasure to learn about an organization of volunteers who share the same mission as I do at Bards Alley -- getting books into the hands of young readers. Soon after our partnership began, COVID hit, and I was amazed to see the efforts put forth to ensure these children were not forgotten. Through their book donations and fundraising efforts, RIF of NOVA continues to foster a love of reading and provide a foundation on which their beneficiaries can prosper."
-- Jennifer Morrow, Owner, Bards Alley Bookshop |
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"Following the brunt of the pandemic, we are seeing that children are still in need of high-quality, authentic literature. Scholastic is proud of the partnership it has developed and continues to cultivate with RIF of NOVA. RIF of NOVA has been working to get books into students’ hands for the past 50 years, and we at Scholastic look forward to growing and cultivating that relationship for the next 50 years to come in order to benefit those who both organizations serve each and every day – the children! Here’s to a great partnership and the next 50 years!"
-- Gina Kuchta, Senior Account Executive – VA/DC |
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"RSM, a global tax, advisory, and consulting firm, has been supporting RIF of NOVA since its first Book It For Books 5K fundraiser in 2016. We celebrate the organization's 50-year mark and are committed to continuing our support to an organization that is making a difference in the Northern Virginia community. When children have books of their own to read, they are better able to be successful in school and in life. Congratulations to RIF of NOVA on its golden anniversary."
-- Dan Head, Principal, RSM |
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"The Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. congratulates RIF of NOVA on 50 years of promoting reading and literacy among children in Northern Virginia. We share your goals and appreciate your leadership and your continuing successes. Thank you for sharing it all with us via your partnership with NoVAC’s Reading Is Fundamental Committee!"
-- NoVAC Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. |
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"Congratulations to Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia for successfully promoting literacy for 50 years. Having access to books is key to further developing literacy skills as well as a love of reading. Thank you RIF of NOVA for putting books in the homes of children in Northern, VA."
-- Jim Kelley, Hall of Fame Realtor, ReMax |
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"LUCKY DOG Films congratulates RIF of NOVA on its 50 years of giving free books to young readers. We are proud to be longtime supporters of your amazing volunteer work in our local communities."
-- Rich Confalone & Kip Prestholdt, Owners |
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"With the highest regard, the Arlington Retired Teachers Association (ARTA) congratulates RIF of NOVA on 50 years of amazing service to the young readers in our community. As educators, we recognize that your mission to get free, self- chosen books into the hands and home libraries of underserved students is essential to their growth as readers. ARTA is proud to be a longtime sponsor of RIF of NOVA and will continue to support your vital literacy work!"
-- Nancy King, Immediate Past President, ARTA Executive Board |
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"It is my honor, on behalf of the Alfred Street Baptist Church, to extend congratulations to Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia, Inc. for 50 years of championing literacy, cultivating a love for reading and learning, and putting books in the hands of those who need them most. Because of your commitment, the children and youth of Alexandria City, Arlington, Fairfax, and Prince William Counties, are better prepared and equipped to be frequent readers, confident learners, and future leaders.
Your commitment to excellence is to be commended and we are excited to continue to partner with you to combat illiteracy in Northern Virginia by allocating the necessary resources." -- Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley, Pastor |
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 Cathy Guthrie reads to students during a June 2022 NOVA RIF book distribution
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"My goal as a school librarian is to continually instill and nurture the love of books and reading in each and every one of my students. One of the most effective ways to do that is to allow students the freedom to select their own books.
I love seeing the joy on students' faces when they find a RIF of NOVA book that they love and are excited to read. Congratulations on 50 years of books and book choice for children in our community!" -- Cathy Guthrie, Library Media Specialist, NOVA RIF Liaison, Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology |
"As a new parent, I had few to no books in my home. My son Jayden loved being able to pick out his own book to bring home and share with us. We were able to create and build an in-home library with the books provided by RIF of NOVA during the years Jayden attended FCMLCC. I am so thankful for the opportunity that was provided for my son and my family. As a former teacher and current assistant director, I have seen the huge impact exposure to early literacy has on young children. Many families do not have the financial resources to purchase books or are unable to visit a library due to time restraints or lack of transportation. For 50 years, RIF of NOVA has made it possible for these young children to have access to books that interest them and helps foster a love of reading at an early age. We are truly grateful for Reading is Fundamental of Northern Virginia." -- Megan Ling (former parent, former teacher, and current assistant director) |
"We are thankful and proud to be a longtime partner with NOVA RIF. Children need to have access to high-quality books during their early childhood education to promote a love of learning, vital literacy development, and family engagement. RIF of NOVA allows our students to build a home library to bridge the partnership between home and school while also preparing students for kindergarten. We congratulate RIF of NOVA on its 50th anniversary of meaningful community impact and continuing to partner with organizations like ours to provide children with a strong foundation for their educational journey."
-- Hallye Smith, Executive Director, Falls Church McLean Children's Center **** "My daughter loved receiving books from the school that RIF of NOVA provided. Also, we didn't have many books at home at the time. Receiving the books was so exciting for her. She loves them so much that if we went out to the store, she wanted to buy more books. It was wonderful! We went from not having many books at all to gaining a large library of children's books. She's doing well in school and is eager to learn! Thank you so much!" -- Crystal (former parent and current teacher) **** "As a teacher, I saw that children were more interested in reading if they were exposed to books. RIF of NOVA was very helpful in that. As a parent, I think it is very helpful that our children get to bring books home because they show their excitement about the new story, and they ask for us to read the books. This helps us to connect with our children through reading. For some families, it can be difficult to buy books frequently, and RIF of NOVA is a great help for them." -- Chris (former parent and current teacher) 
Young student and her new NOVA RIF book from a spring 2022 FCMLCC book distribution
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