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20 people are interested
Would you like to help literally change lives? Consider becoming a Literacy DuPage Board Member
ORGANIZATION: Literacy DuPage
Please visit the new page to apply.
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20 people are interested
Over 100,000 DuPage County residents do not have the skills they need to survive and thrive in an English-speaking world. Due to financial, transportation, daycare, or scheduling constraints, they do not have access to English classes or private tutoring. This is where Literacy DuPage comes in.
We are a nonprofit, community-based organization with the mission of providing free, accessible, and customized one-on-one tutoring in English to help adults achieve independence. Since 1972, we have helped over 10,000 adults through the passion and dedication of our volunteer tutors. We currently serve 500 learners annually through the generosity of nearly 400 volunteers who give 30,000 hours of their time. But we still have over 200 learners on our waiting list. This is where you come in.
If you believe in our mission, want to bring your skills and experience to our organization, and help us reach thousands of more residents who want to be able to help their children with homework, navigate the healthcare system, or advocate for themselves and their families, consider becoming a member of our Board of Directors. Please visit our website at www.literacydupage.org or call (630) 416-6699 for more information.
More opportunities with Literacy DuPage
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Literacy DuPage
Location:
2100 Manchester Road, Suite 904, Wheaton, IL 60187, US
Mission Statement
Literacy DuPage’s mission is to help DuPage County adults achieve their life skills goals through accessible and customized tutoring in English.
Description
Literacy DuPage is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been committed to offering English language instruction to DuPage County adults since 1972. We have been able to provide this service to over 13,000 adult learners throughout 30 communities in the county at no cost to students or tutors.
We equip our big-hearted army of tutors to work one-to-one with adults who have little to no proficiency in comprehending, speaking, reading, or writing English. We train our volunteers and provide the materials, techniques, and confidence needed to help their learners break through language barriers and experience safer, more productive lives.
Our tutors come from a wide range of backgrounds. No prior teaching or foreign language experience is necessary. Tutors incorporate everyday materials, such as a newspaper, map, or job application, into their lessons. Tutoring occurs in a one-to-one setting at a convenient time and public location for the tutor-student pair, most commonly at libraries.
If you wish to help literally change the lives of low-literacy adult learners and impact future generations as a volunteer tutor, please visit our website at www.literacydupage.org or call us at 331-472-7160 for more information. We look forward to your participation!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
24W500 Maple Ave. #217Naperville, IL 60540
DATE POSTED
May 14, 2015
SKILLS
- Resource Development / Management
- Analytics
- Fundraising
- Networking
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21