Tecia Berry-Simpson was nominated for the Mard Little Award for Adult Learner Excellence by her tutor, Sarah Bierema, for the progress she made in the past year and for her motivation to be the best “first teacher” to her son.
Call for volunteers! Learn more about helping with our ESL program.
On May 23, we held our 2019 annual meeting to recap all the great things that happened in 2018.
Save the date for the 8th Annual Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest! The Kalamazoo Literacy Council (KLC) is hosting the event on April 7, 2018, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Bell’s Eccentric Café. This event will raise awareness of adult literacy as well as help raise funds to strengthen and expand adult literacy services for adults who struggle to read. Last year, more than 100 players attended the event, raising over $13,000 to support the KLC. Bell’s Brewery is returning as our presenting sponsor for the 2018 festivities, with your additional assistance this will be the best Scrabble Fest yet!
In 2017, our generous donors provided $41,999 to help fund the Kalamazoo Literacy Council and its vision to empower adults to reach their full potential. We are very grate for those who supported us. Learn more.
