Believing that literacy is the great equalizer, Literacy Delaware advances literacy through training, tutoring, English language acquisition, and advocacy for all Delawareans.
For 40 years, Literacy Delaware has trained volunteers to tutor adults with low literacy or English language skills.
*** APPLICATIONS DUE BY JULY 31 ***
Submit YOUR application TODAY!
Send to operations@literacydelaware.org
or reach out for more information. 302.658.5624
FACTS:
Training provided by nationally recognized organizations covering basic literacy and ESL Instruction
Monthly living allowance stipend
Student loan deferment
Education award upon successful completion of service
Award can be used towards federal student loans and higher education expenses. For members aged 55+, the award can be gifted to a child, stepchild, or grandchild.Nearly 300,000 adults in Delaware cannot read or write above a third-grade level.
Functional literacy is critical for navigating the workforce, advocating for oneself and fulfilling basic needs.
A mother's reading skill is the greatest determinant of her children’s future academic success. Children of parents with low literacy have a 72% chance of being at the lowest literacy levels themselves.
Contact us for more information about becoming a Literacy Instructor!
Advancing literacy through training, tutoring, English language acquisition and advocacy for all Delawareans.
Wilmington Library
10 East 10th Street
P.O. Box 2083
Wilmington, DE 19899
302-658-5624
Dover Public Library
35 East Loockerman St
Dover, DE 19901
302-514-9870
Frankford Public Library
8 Main Street
P.O. Box 610
Frankford, DE 19445
302-658-5624
