 WASHINGTON, June 15, 2021 PRNewswire -- First Book, a nonprofit dedicated to educational equity as a path out of poverty, today announced the launch of Black Kids Matter, an initiative designed to amplify, celebrate and empower the voices of Black children. As part of the initiative, First Book will distribute 17,000 culturally relevant books that showcase diverse characters, voices and life experiences to children of color in underserved communities, thanks to support from presenting sponsor National Grid and partner TD Bank. 