Manatee Literacy awarded grant to support adult literacy
The Manatee Literacy Council is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a generous grant exceeding $60,000 by the Bishop Parker Foundation of Bradenton. This significant grant is earmarked to support in-person library classes and staffing throughout 2024.
Benefits of Learning English as a Second Language
Learning English empowers individuals by granting them independence, boosting their confidence, strengthening their families, enriching the workplace, and contributing to a more literate and culturally diverse society.
Investing in Employee Education is Good Business.
Investing in Non-English Speaking Employees helps more than just your business, it’s a strategic advantage.
Florida Writers Foundation supports adult literacy in Manatee County.
In a heartwarming development that underscores the power of collaboration and community support, the Manatee Literacy Council has recently secured a significant grant from the Florida Writers Foundation. This generous grant will play a pivotal role in furthering the...
Manatee Literacy welcomes new Board members
The Manatee Literacy Council welcomes two new Board members to further their mission of empowering Manatee County residents to independence through literacy,
Summer, 2023 Newsletter
Check out our Summer Newsletter! It’s full of great tips for learners AND tutors!
Tips on how to improve English Language Skills
English is the most widely spoken language in the world, and it is becoming increasingly important to have strong English language skills in today’s globalized world. Whether you are looking to improve your English for work, school, or travel, there are a number of resources available to help you.
Why Support Adult Literacy?
Why Support Adult Literacy in Manatee County?Adult literacy is the ability to read, write, and speak in English at a level that allows an individual to function effectively in society. In Manatee County, Florida, one in five adults lacks basic literacy skills. This...
Spring 2023 Newsletter
Our Spring, 2023 newsletter is positively bursting with exciting news! Check out articles about: *our exciting new Family Literacy program for Manatee County parents. *a suggestion for a great new tool to improve listening comprehension. *the lastest information on...
Proliteracy’s webinar on basic literacy skills
If you are working with a learner that has a very basic understanding of the English Language, you might want to check out this video! "Effective Strategies for Working with Low-Level Basic Literacy Learners". This webinar features...