Literacy Assistance Center
Every dollar you contribute makes a difference. The Literacy Assistance Center has been awarded a four-star (highest) rating by Charity Navigator.


About the LAC

The Literacy Assistance Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the expansion of quality literacy services in New York.

We provide services for

  • Adult students who want to find free classes in reading, writing, and speaking English or information on getting their GED
  • Literacy instructors who want to become more effective teachers
  • Program managers who want to build a stronger literacy program
  • Parents who want to help their children become better learners
  • Policymakers who need information from the literacy field to inform their decisions
  • All New Yorkers who want to participate in building a more vibrant, prosperous community



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