2026 Read-for-a-Cause Organization: AFAC
The Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) is the 2026 read-for-a-cause organization partnering with the Friends of the Arlington Public Library (FOAL) and the Library for Summer Reading.
For every person who completes the 2026 Summer Reading challenge, FOAL will donate $1 to AFAC.
AFAC provides our neighbors in need with dignified access to free, supplemental groceries.
Read for 30 Days to Complete Summer Reading
Completion prizes for all ages:
- Free book
- Two free Washington Nationals baseball tickets, while supplies last.
- $1 donation to the 2026 read-for-a-cause organization partnering with FOAL.
How to Become a Super Reader
Not ready to be done with Summer Reading once you’ve completed the Challenge?
Read for an extra 30 days to become a Super Reader! Super Readers are entered into a weekly prize drawing from July 11 - Sept. 5.
Super Reader Prizes
- Choose from a selection of plantable flower or herb pots.
- Get your own Super Reader certificate.
- Your name will be entered into drawings for your chance to win a $100 visa gift card or free tickets from the Washington Mystics or the Washington Spirit.
Summer Reading 2026: Plant A Seed, Read is made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Arlington Public Library and the Washington Nationals and is hosted in partnership with the Arlington Food Assistance Center and Arlington County Department of Cultural Affairs.
