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Support That Goes Both Ways

April 30, 2020

When the impact of COVID-19 hit our community, I quickly noticed the immediate change in how organizations approached fundraising. I…

Supporting the Varied Needs of Adult Learners During COVID-19

April 30, 2020

Entry to English student Yony working on his homework packet at home. We may not be able to teach classes…

COVID-19 and the Literacy for All Luncheon

March 13, 2020

Dear Friends of Literacy KC, Literacy KC’s number one priority is the safety of our students, their families, our volunteers,…

Welcome J.P. Deckert, Director of Development!

November 15, 2019

Please join Literacy KC students, staff, and Board of Directors in welcoming J.P. Deckert as our Director of Development! …

Volunteer Spotlight: Morgan Rehberg

July 16, 2019

Morgan has been volunteering at Literacy KC for two and a half years and teaches math every week. She is also…

Volunteer Spotlight: Larry Stice

May 29, 2019

Larry Stice has been volunteering at Literacy KC for five years. He currently tutors in Dianne’s B1 class, where one…

Let’s Read: A Celebration of Family Literacy featuring Taye Diggs & Shane W. Evans!

March 22, 2019

Literacy KC is thrilled to announce our upcoming event, Let’s Read: A Celebration of Family Literacy featuring Taye Diggs, actor & author, and Shane W.…

HiSET Prep Classes Beginning at Literacy KC!

February 28, 2019

Literacy KC, in partnership with Independence School District, will now offer HiSET (High School Equivalency Test) preparation classes. The High School Equivalency Program prepares students…

Join us for Books, Brains, and Boulevard!

October 11, 2018

Q: What do you get when you cross KC’s favorite beer, an incredible event space, and all-you-can-eat pizza with lightning…

Writers for Readers

August 15, 2018

Writers for Readers is a collaborative partnership between Literacy KC and UMKC’s Creative Writing Program. This innovative program employs a creative…