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ORGANIZATION: Literacy Volunteers of Kennebec (LVK)

Help LVK expand our reach to recruit families in Kennebec County, Maine to enroll children 0-5 to receive books monthly at no cost to the family through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Our intent is to reach all families regardless of income, so their young children can have opportunities to be exposed to books and reading to help support early brain development and school readiness. Volunteers can help by sharing information in their local communities and in helping families register for the program. Only a brief orientation is required.

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About Literacy Volunteers of Kennebec (LVK)

Location:

12 Spruce Street, Suite 4, Augusta, ME 04330, US

Mission Statement

The mission of Literacy Volunteers of Kennebec (LVK) is to improve reading, writing and related literacy skills of adults so each individual may reach their potential, and to promote and advocate for literacy. LVK also promotes intergenerational literacy with a focus on family literacy to enhance children and adults’ educational success and expand opportunities for families to promote lifelong learning and break the cycle of illiteracy and poverty.

Description

Literacy Volunteers of Kennebec provides free, confidential, one-to-one tutoring services for area adults who struggle with literacy issues and for adults for whom English is not their first language. We provide training in effective strategies and techniques for working with adult learners. LVK is an affiliate of ProLiteracy and receives partial funding through the Kennebec Valley United Way. LVK specifically supports traditionally underserved populations to ensure they have the literacy, technology, and communication skills needed to be self-sufficient.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Education & Literacy
Children & Youth, Community, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

12 Spruce Street, Suite 4Augusta, ME 04330

SKILLS

  • Literacy / Reading
  • Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
  • Public Relations
  • Child Development

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 2 hours per week
  • Passon for literacy and willingness to engage with local partners such as early education programs, libraries, town offices, and other community members to spread the word about the program.

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