Established in 2000, Room to Read is a global non-profit organization with a mission to transform the lives of millions of children in low-income communities through literacy and gender equality in education. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, it operates in several countries across Asia and Africa. As of 2023, the organization has over 1,300 employees worldwide. 

In 2022, Room to Read raised approximately $50 million to advance its mission.