Literacy Council of Union County, AR
The Literacy Council of Union County provides free instruction through trained volunteer tutors for Union County adults who lack basic reading, writing, mathematics, and/or English as a second language skills. In addition, the council provides help with filling out job applications and writing resumes. As needed, the council provides basic classes in computer/digital literacy, financial literacy, and health literacy.
Grow your literacy skills with us
At the Literacy Council of Union County, we offer programs in Adult Basic English and English as a Second Language. Our mission is to empower our learners to gain the confidence and skills they need to become successful citizens in their community.
Achieve your reading goals
Examples of some personal goals achieved by our students include: finding a job; gaining a promotion, driver’s license or citizenship; improving their ability to help their children with homework; understanding directions from doctors; talking with their children’s teachers; and, interacting with the community as a whole. Our experienced volunteer tutors are here to help students reach their goals. Whether it's learning basic literacy or improving English language skills, our volunteers are committed to helping students reach their potential.
Gain confidence with your reading
Studies have shown that improved literacy can have a positive impact on self-esteem and confidence. Our programs can help students gain the confidence and motivation they need to pursue their dreams.
Sponsored in part by
Adult Learning Alliance
Adult Learning Alliance of Arkansas is the statewide nonprofit that provides structure and support to county-level literacy councils serving adults in over 50 Arkansas counties.
The Literacy Council of Union County is a United Way of Union County Agency
The United Way of Union County is a voluntary effort to increase the organized capacity of people who care for one another. United Way's mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities.
Dollar General Literacy Foundation
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation helps individuals of all ages pursue their educational goals and achieve their dreams by investing in literacy programs that help students learn to read, prepare for the high school equivalency or learn English.
Union County Community Foundation
UCCF is a public charity that accepts and invests funds and assets from individuals and companies to help them achieve their charitable and philanthropic objectives for the long-term benefit of our community, state and region.
