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Mission and History

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​Literacy Chicago's mission is to empower individuals
​ to achieve greater self sufficiency through language and literacy instruction.

 Helping Adults in Chicago since 1968​

Learn more about Literacy Chicago ​with
​ Richard Dominguez, Executive Director
In 1968, two organizations, Literacy Volunteers of Chicago and Literacy Council of Chicago, were created to address the literacy and language needs of Chicago adults. These two dynamic groups merged in 1992 to establish Literacy Chicago. 

Since then thousands of adults have participated in the broad range of programs Literacy Chicago has developed, including Basic Literacy, GED preparation, English as a Second Language, Workforce Development, Citizenship classes, and numerous bridge programs. Literacy Chicago's most recent addition is in Digital Literacy. 
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Dedicated tutor volunteers contribute greatly to the success of Literacy Chicago and make a big difference in the lives of the students they work with.
​
 To volunteer click here.
Literacy Chicago
641 West Lake, Suite 200
Chicago Illinois 60661
​312-870-1100
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  • Home
  • About
    • Mission and History
    • Our Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Who We Serve
    • Sponsors
    • Partners
  • Programs
  • Classes
    • NEW! Construction Career Exploration
    • Adult Literacy
    • Adult Basic Education (ABE)
    • General Educational Development (GED) Preparation
    • English as a Second Language (ESL)
    • Digital Literacy
    • Citizenship/ESL Classes
  • Apply and Enroll
  • Volunteer
    • Volunteer/Tutor
    • Volunteer Resources
    • Executive Board
    • Associate Board
  • News/Events
    • Voices Of Literacy
    • Literacy Chicago News
    • Literacy and Libations April 30, 2020
    • SPOTLIGHT AWARDS
    • Words on the Page
    • Events
    • Laughs for Literacy October 8, 2020
    • Casino Night November 2019
    • Gala September 12, 2019 >
      • Celebrating the Love of Literacy
      • Janet Davies Keynote Speaker
      • Nestor Gomez, Award Winning Storyteller
      • Ursula Bielski, Chicago Author
      • Fred Simon, Jazz Musician
    • Gala Event Oct 25, 2018 >
      • Gala 2018 Pictures
      • Gala 2018 Live Auction
      • Gala 2018 Sponsors/Silent Auction
    • Press
    • Literacy Chicago Calendar
  • Careers
  • Donate
  • Contact
  • Testimonials
  • Pledge