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Group of attendees smiling and posing together at the Literacy Matters Luncheon.

Thank you again to all those who attended and especially to our sponsors for their support.  This is an annual event and we hope to see you next year!

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Your personal donation of $5-$500 may be eligible for matching funds through the Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust, doubling your impact to The Literacy Society of Sarasota. Restrictions apply- please review the Trust’s Terms and Conditions to see if your contribution qualifies! Business donations are not eligible.

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… opportunities, careers, connections, empowerment! Give the gift of literacy and change lives for the better. $100 = one year of classes for an adult $250 =a volunteer tutor training class $500 = a year-long online class Your donation is matched dollar for dollar up to $15,000! HOW? Make a check payable to Louis and Gloria Read More >

Give the gift of literacy. Become a volunteer tutor. Since 1978 the Literacy Council of Sarasota has engaged in «Each One, Teach One» to help build a more literate community. Won’t you help share your love of reading with someone… The schedule for volunteer tutor training sessions for 2026 is here. Click on the image Read More >

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A Statement From Our Board of Directors, Executive Director, and Staff At any point in history, the fabric of every society is tested by crisis. In response, choosing fear, ignorance, greed, and hate will lead to unraveling, while choosing hope, unity, compassion, and generosity will make the fabric even stronger and more resilient for the Read More >

What we do, who we help, and how we do it.

«Teaching in the classroom, where I was able to work directly with the students, was the most enjoyable part of my education career.» — Bob Kenel, Sandleheath President

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