When adult learners improve literacy, they unlock possibilities to shape their future, support themselves and their family, and engage in their community. Literacy DuPage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering free, personalized tutoring to help low-income adults (21+) achieve their life goals. We work with learners who are building basic English skills or reading below a 9th-grade level, many of whom face barriers such as limited transportation, childcare needs, or demanding work schedules.

Each year, approximately 215 trained volunteers provide one-to-one, learner-centered tutoring to over 275 adults. Tutor/Learner pairs meet at public libraries for up to two hours a week. Learners work on skills that help them read, write, speak, and understand English, navigate healthcare, support their children’s education, enhance employment opportunities, and confidently handle daily life—like calling 911, talking with teachers, or reading to their children.