Tutor training – January to March, 2026

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...

Literacy Matters 2026 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!

Help Support The Literacy Council of Sarasota During Our Annual Appeal

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...

Literacy Opens Doors

... 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...

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – It’s Everyone’s Business

A Statement From Our Board of Directors, Executive Director, and Staff Download a PDF Version. 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...

What, Who and How?

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

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LCS Tutor, Bev Hollows Featured in Notebook, a Membership Publication of ProLiteracy

Encouraging Others Comes Naturally

"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 Download PDF »

Sarasota Herald Tribune — Joy in Helping Others Learn to Read

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