Literacy Volunteers of Illinois
We’re on a mission to transform lives through literacy.
Jump Start
We tutor and mentor out-of-school teens at Illinois Youth Centers under the Department of Juvenile Justice.
On the Road to Literacy
We organize a day-long conference in April for volunteer tutors, adult educators, and adult learners.
VOCAL AmeriCorps
We recruit, place, and train Literacy Specialists in adult literacy programs throughout the state.
8
program sites
17
VOCAL members
2,613
adult learners
57%
increase a level
Resources
Tutor Resources
Our curated learning collection offers practical strategies, expert research, and skill-building tools to help you meet learners where they are.
VOCAL Resources
Locate essential materials to support VOCAL AmeriCorps members in tracking service, accessing resources, and preparing for life after service.
Volunteer Directory
Find a literacy program near you to volunteer your time, share your skills, and support lifelong learning for out-of-school youth and adults.
Join the movement.
Literacy builds confidence, connection, and opportunity. Together, we open doors for adults and out-of-school teens.
Testimonials
Tutoring is more than helping with learning—it’s demonstrating what normal, healthy human interactions look like—no intimidation, no name-calling, and lots of encouragement.
This was a nice day, what a fun little conference. Well organized, great city officials and community leaders. Wide range of presentations. I loved the connection with the State of Illinois!
At first, I wasn’t sure what to expect. It became clear very quickly that tutoring at IYC is incredibly rewarding. It is amazing to witness the moment when a concept clicks in a student’s mind.
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