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Private Provider Agencies
The agencies below are listed alphabetically by county. Click the corresponding letter for the county you are looking for, or go the Find a Program page to search by a map and by city.
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ANDERSON COUNTY
Clinch Valley Literacy Council
131 S. Charles Sevier Blvd.
Clinton, TN 37716
voice: 865-482-1776 or 865-457-7323
Lynn Cardwell, President
email: lynnc7738@aol.com
The Clinch Valley Literacy Council (CVLC) was formed in 1998 as a merger of the former Tri-County Literacy Council (founded 1976) and the Anderson County Adult Literacy Council (founded 1984). The CVLC promotes quality literacy services to the residents of East Tennessee and provides support to local adult literacy provider programs, including the Anderson County Adult Basic Education program and the ESL program at the Oak Ridge YWCA computer lab. Service area includes Anderson, Morgan and Scott counties.
BEDFORD COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Bedford county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
BENTON COUNTY
Benton County Adult Literacy Council
175 Briarwood Ave.
Camden, TN 38320
voice: 731-584-1372
Linda Smothers, Treasurer
The Benton County Adult Literacy Council (BCALC) is a volunteer advisory council supporting the Benton County Adult Education program. The BCALC is the annual sponsor of the Adult Education graduation ceremony and celebration, and provides other financial support to the Adult Education program, including purchase of specialty teaching materials. The BCALC is currently recruiting volunteers to tutor basic level learners on a weekly basis. Please call the number above if you are interested in volunteering.
BLEDSOE COUNTY
Bledsoe County Literacy Council
150 College Street
Pikeville, TN 37367
voice: 423-447-6962
Brenda Burgess, Adult Education Director
email: burgessb@bledsoe.net
The Bledsoe County Literacy Council was founded in 2001 to support literacy programs in Bledsoe County, including the Adult Education Program. Bledsoe County Adult Education is a year round program offering classes in Basic Literacy, GED Preparation, and ESL at the Adult Education Center and at Bledsoe County Middle School. In addition, Basic Computer Skills classes and Distance Education are offered throughout the county.
BLOUNT COUNTY
Adult Education Foundation of Blount County
PO Box 5432
Maryville, TN 37892
voice: 865-982-8998 fax: 865-982-8848
Carol Ergenbright, Adult Education Director
email: Blountliteracy@gmail.com
The Adult Education Foundation of Blount County provides funding assistance for the Blount County Adult Education program and promotes community involvement in the effort to realize their vision of a "diverse community of skilled, knowledgeable and involved adults" through education. Annual activities include an Adult Spelling fundraiser. Their Board of Directors meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Area residents interested in becoming involved should call or email for current volunteer information.
BRADLEY COUNTY
Learning Center for Adults and Families
833 No. Ocoee Street
Cleveland, TN 37311
voice: 423-478-1117 fax: 423-478-1153
Debra D. Conner, Executive Director
email: dconner@learningcenter.ws
The Learning Center for Adults and Families (formerly known as OAR) is a private non-profit agency providing a variety of services for adult learners, including one-on-one tutoring for adults and children. For a complete list of services, click on the link above. There is no fee for service, and the Learning Center welcomes volunteer inquiries. Volunteer tutor training and support is provided.
CAMPBELL COUNTY
Campbell County Literacy Council
366 Alder Springs Road
LaFollette, TN 37766
voice: 423-566-5436
Rita Goins, Adult Education Supervisor
email: goinsr@k12tn.net
The Campbell County Literacy Council supports the Campbell County Adult Education program, providing fundraising assistance and help with special events such as Graduation. In addition to classroom instruction, the AE program also trains volunteers to work one-on-one with students, and welcomes inquiries from anyone interested in volunteering.
CANNON, CARROLL, CARTER, & CHEATHAM COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Cannon, Carroll, Carter, & Cheatham counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
CHESTER COUNTY
Chester County Literacy Council
123A North Church Street
Henderson, TN 38340
voice: 731-989-9407
Thomas Leach, Adult Education Supervisor
email: thomas.leach@ttcwhiteville.edu
The Chester County Literacy Council was formed in 1986 to support the Chester County Adult Education Center. The Council engages in fundraising for the continuous improvement of the AE program, which assists undereducated adults by making literacy skills, basic skills, GED skills and workforce skills attainable; and through counseling towards higher education and job opportunities.
CLAIBORNE COUNTY
C-CARE Literacy Council
PO Box 800
Tazewell, TN 37879
Sandy Rosenbaum, President
The C-CARE Literacy Council (Claiborne County Adult Reading Experience) has served the Claiborne County Adult Education program in an advisory capacity for more than 20 years. The Council also helps with fundraising to support the services provided by the AE program, which include Basic Literacy, GED preparation, and ESL. Claiborne County AE offers classes as well as one-on-one instruction.
CLAY COUNTY
Clay County Literacy Council
520 Browne St.
PO Box 469
Celina, TN 38551
voice: 931-243-3310
Linda Arnett, Council Secretary
email: arnettl@k12tn.net
Anna Locke, Adult Education Supervisor
email: lockea1@k12tn.net
The Clay County Literacy Council advises and assists the Clay County Adult Education Program with any non-instructional activity such as open house, graduation, fundraising, and student and volunteer recruitment.
COCKE COUNTY
Cocke County Literacy Council
241 Hedrick Drive
Newport, TN 37821
voice: 423-613-0032
Bryan Douglas, Adult Education Director
email: douglasb@mail.cocke.k12.tn.us
The Cocke County Literacy Council supports the literacy projects and activities of the Cocke County Adult Education Program by hosting numerous fundraising events in the community. The Cocke County AE program offers classes in GED prep, Ready to Read, Families First, and Computer Literacy.
COFFEE COUNTY
Tullahoma Literacy Council
510 S. Jackson St.
Tullahoma, TN 37388
voice: 931-454-2638 fax: 931-454-0585
Joyce A. Hiebert, Adult Education Supervisor
email: hiebertj@k12tn.net
The Tullahoma Literacy Council is a non-profit volunteer advisory council working with the Tullahoma/Coffee County Adult Education program. Volunteers raise funds to supplement Adult Ed programming, including such extras as specialty teaching materials and GED test fees. The Literacy Council needs volunteers to work as teaching assistants in the classroom, and to help with fundraising efforts. Please call or email if you are interested.
CROCKETT COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Crockett county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Cumberland Adult Reading Council
1038 Sparta Highway
Crossville, TN 38572
voice: 931-303-5328
Terri Z. Bond, Program Director
email: zbond@frontiernet.net
Cumberland Adult Reading Council is a non-profit agency that offers one-on-one tutoring for adults who want to learn to read, or who need to learn English. Please call if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.
DAVIDSON COUNTY
678 Brook Hollow Rd.
Nashville, TN 37205
voice: 615-673-1851
Judy Dalton, Coordinator
email: jodalt@comcast.net
Brook Hollow Baptist Church offers English as a Second Language classes on Sunday mornings. These classes are taught on three levels - beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Classes are from 9:15-10:30. Walk-ins are accepted.
108 Seventh Ave. South
Nashville, TN 37203
voice: 615-664-6000
Violet Medlin, Coordinator
voice: 615-646-1815
email: vmedlin@bellsouth.net
Located in downtown Nashville, the First Baptist Church offers free English as a Second Language classes on Wednesdays. Classes begin at 4:30 and last one hour. Refreshments are provided from 4:00 - 4:30. Three levels of classes are offered - beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Free nursery care is provided for preschoolers. Classes are held September - May. Walk-ins are welcome. Call if you are interested in volunteering.
1624 5th Avenue North
Nashville, TN 37208
voice: 615-862-8860, ext. 120
Marvin D. Cox, Program Director
email: marvin.cox@nashville.gov
The Metro Action Commission (MAC) education program provides classroom instruction leading to completing the GED or passing the GED test. Additionally, classroom instruction in college preparation is available for qualified residents of Nashville-Davidson County. Eligibility to receive service through MAC is based on income.
Nashville Adult Literacy Council
4805 Park Avenue, Suite 211
Nashville, TN 37209
voice: 615-298-8060 fax: 615-298-8444
Meg Nugent, Executive Director
email: mnugent@nashvilleliteracy.org
The Nashville Adult Literacy Coalition (NALC) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that teaches reading to adults and teaches English to non-native speakers. Instruction is delivered primarily by volunteer tutors, who are recruited, trained, and matched with adult learners based on schedule and location preference. In addition, small groups and specialized classes are conducted based on community need. Prospective learners should call for an appointment to enroll in the program. NALC's services are free. Volunteer tutors are always needed. Please call or e-mail if you are interested in volunteering.
460 10th Circle North
Nashville, TN 37203
voice: 615-248-2906
Helena Farrow, Executive Director
email: hfarrow@oicnashville.org
Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC) Nashville enables those who are ready and willing achieve a better quality of life by getting a job or a better job. Their GED Preparation courses allow you to start at any grade level, give you instant feedback, and allow you to take tests as frequently as you like to get ahead. Come in to OIC offices on Monday mornings at 8:00 to apply for courses.
The Park Avenue Baptist Church offers free English as a Second Language classes, helping people learn and develop language skills that are necessary to function effectively in English speaking countries. Classes are offered on Thursdays from 6:30-8 PM, and are offered at a variety of levels: Pre-Literate, Low Beginners, High Beginners, Low Intermediate, High Intermediate, and Advanced. The classes go on for two months and then take a month break. Classes for the Fall will begin on October 1st and last until November 19th. Walk-ins are welcome, but please try to come early on the evening of your first class to allow time for a quick interview for class placement.
Pruitt Branch Library
117 Charles E. Davis Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37210
voice:
615-862-5985
Ibiba Okpara, Library Manager
The Pruitt Branch Library offers free GED preparatory classes for adults interested in earning their GED diploma. The current set of classes is offered October 5 - December 29. Classes meet on Mondays and Tuesdays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Call for class availability. Classes are held in the 2nd Floor Meeting Room.
631 Dickerson Rd.
Nashville, TN 37207
voice: 615-242-0411
Amy Sky, Director
email: amy_sky@uss.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army provides GED preparation classes on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes begin at 5:00 and last until 7:00. The length of the program depends on the progress of the student. Classes take place in a tutor format, though often there are multiple learners with one tutor. Please call ahead to be added to the class roster.
601 Bell Rd.
Antioch, TN 37013
voice: 615-298-8060
Cheryl Hadley, Assistant Director & ELL Specialist
email: chadley@nashvilleliteracy.org
St. Ignatius Catholic Church holds English Language Learning classes on Mondays through Thursdays, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. These classes are operated by the Nashville Adult Literacy Council, and cover Beginner levels through Advanced. Call for enrollment information.
5601 New York Ave.
Nashville, TN 37209
voice: 615-350-7893
St. Luke's Community House helps working families, seniors, and individuals achieve their potential and prevent problems that threaten the stability of families and community. They provide the community with both GED preparation classes and English Language Learning (ELL) classes. In partnership with the Nashville Adult Literacy Council, St. Luke's offers ELL classes for both beginning and intermediate students. ELL and GED classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Free childcare is provided during classes.
3221 Nolensville Pike, Suite 103
Nashville, TN 37211
voice: 615-315-9681
The Sudanese Community and Women's Services Center is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to empowering refugees and immigrants who have resettled in Middle Tennessee. Though their programming is focused on the needs of refugees and immigrants, they do not turn people away. Their Adult Education programming consists of English Language Learning, Citizenship, and GED classes. There is a $30 fee for materials, if you are able to pay. Free childcare is provided during classes. No appointments or phone calls are necessary, simply come to the center during office hours (Mondays 10-5, Tuesdays-Fridays 10-8) and take a placement test.
4890 Nolensville Pike
Nashville, TN 37211
voice: 615-268-7272
Sam House, Coordinator
email: samandpolly@comcast.net
Thriftsmart holds free English as a Second Language classes, along with Citizenship classes to improve English skills, on Tuesday evenings in the store. Classes are held from 6:30-8:15, and take place each Fall, Winter, and Summer. These classes are open to learners of all levels, and walk-ins are welcome. Free childcare is provided for preschoolers 3 and older, with homework help for school-aged children.
222 Oriel Ave.
Nashville, TN 37210
voice: 615-850-3457
Paul Ellsworth
email: wco@woodbinecommunity.org
The Woodbine Community Organization seeks to preserve the character of the Woodbine neighborhood. English courses are offered to immigrants and refugees from dozens of countries. They offer two levels of classes, Basic and Intermediate-Advanced. The Intermediate-Advanced class includes GED preparation. Classes are held in the daytime and evening, Monday-Thursday. Classes cost $30 for the first week, and $15 per week for each week after. Walk-ins are welcome. For further information, view their flyers here, y en español aqui.
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DECATUR COUNTY
Decatur County Literacy Council
59 West Main Street
PO Box 369
Decaturville, TN 38329
voice: 731-852-2487
Rebecca Webb, Adult Education Supervisor
email: rebecca.webb@tennK12.net
The Decatur County Literacy Council is an advisory group that meets quarterly to support the Decatur County Adult Education program. Classes offered include Families First, GED Prep, Adult Basic Education, ESL, Family Parenting, and Beginning Computer Literacy.
DEKALB COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Dekalb county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
DICKSON COUNTY
Dickson County Adult Literacy Council
220 McLemore Street
Dickson, TN 37055
voice: 615-446-2114
Phyllis Bradley, Adult Education Supervisor
email: pbradley@dcbe.org
The Dickson County Adult Literacy Council was established in 1988 to provide assistance and additional funding for the adult education program. This requires publicity about illiteracy in Dickson County, recruitment activities for students and members, and fund-raising endeavors to enable the program to serve as many participants as possible. The council is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit agency and has received United Way funding since 1988. The council has quarterly meetings and welcomes new members.
DYER COUNTY
Dyer County Literacy Program, Inc.
115 King Ave.
Dyersburg, TN 38024
voice: 731-285-3020
Beth Feith, Director
email: dyerlit@bellsouth.net
The mission of the Dyer County Literacy Program is to provide quality education to adult learners in Dyer County. Adult classes are offered in Basic Literacy, GED, and ESL. The Literacy Council supports adult education programs by fundraising and promoting awareness.
FAYETTE COUNTY
Fayette County Literacy Council
16210 Highway 64 West
Somerville, TN 38068
voice: 901-569-8936
Nancy Johnson, Executive Director
email: director@fayetteliteracycouncil.org
The Fayette County Literacy Council recruits and trains tutors to work individually with adults and children needing help with reading, writing, math and oral communication. Help is provided at the most basic level as well as at GED preparation level. To enroll or to volunteer as a tutor, contact the Council as indicated above. In addition, Fayette Literacy supports the Fayette County Imagination Library program, and the Fayette County Public Library Reading program.
FENTRESS COUNTY
Fentress County Literacy Council
1019 Pickett Park Highway
Jamestown, TN 38556
voice: 931-879-3802
Gertie Campbell, Adult Education Supervisor
email: gcampbell@fentress.k12tn.net
The Fentress County Literacy Council meets quarterly as an advisory group to support the Fentress County Adult Education program. Fundraising events throughout the year help students who are working towards earning their GED. Fentress County AE offers one-on-one private tutoring as well as classes for GED prep, computer skills, and Families First.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
Franklin County Literacy Council
900 So. Shepard Street
Townsend Center
Winchester, TN 37398
voice: 931-967-7825
Rosemary Vaughan, Adult Education Supervisor
email: vaughanr@k12tn.net
The Franklin County Literacy was founded in 1987 to support the Franklin County Adult Education program. The Council is an active advocate and advisory group that raises funds throughout the year to help pay for GED testing.
GIBSON COUNTY
Gibson County Literacy Council
201 West 10th Street
Trenton, TN 38382
voice: 731-855-9496/0665
Peggy Davis, Director
email: davisp04@K12tn.net
Since 1992, the Gibson County Literacy Council has offered support to the Gibson County Adult Education program. Each year, the Council hosts a Spelling Bee to raise funds to support the students. The Adult Education program offers classes in Basic Literacy, GED, and ESL.
GILES COUNTY
Giles County Literacy Council
270 Richland Drive
Pulaski, TN 38478
voice: 931-424-4014, ext 133 or 132
Leisa Ayers, Adult Education Supervisor
email: LeisaAyers@yahoo.com
The Giles County Literacy Council was founded in 2003 to increase awareness in the community of the need for adult education programs. The Council funds local literacy events, including the annual graduation ceremony for the Giles County Adult Education program. Giles County AE offers Basic Literacy, Computer Literacy, ESL, GED, and Families First classes.
GRAINGER COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided t the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org..
GREENE COUNTY
Greene County Literacy Council
215 North College Street
Greeneville, TN 37745
voice: 423-638-2512
Carolyn Kinser, Council Contact
Kim Gass, Adult Education Supervisor
email: gassk@gcschools.net
The Green County Literacy Council meets monthly as an advisory group to support the needs of Greeneville Adult Education. The Council recently raised funds to support two successful programs for the county - Young Adult classes, and Promise Kids for Christmas.
GRUNDY & HAMBLEN COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Grundy & Hamblen counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
HAMILTON COUNTY
RESTART: The Center for Adult Education
1501 Riverside Drive, Suite 260
Chattanooga, TN 37406
voice: 423-855-4443
Lori Hairrell, Executive Director
email: info@restartchattanooga.org
RESTART (formerly READ Chattanooga) has served Hamilton County residents since 1959. The program offers GED preparation and health literacy. Prospective learners should call to make an appointment for evaluation and enrollment. Volunteers are always needed - please call the number above if you are interested.
HANCOCK COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Hancock county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
HARDEMAN COUNTY
Hardeman County Literacy Council
PO Box 856
202 Hope Street
Bolivar, TN 38008
voice: 731-658-3560
Margie Lovelace, Contact
email: hclc1@bellsouth.net
The Hardeman County Literacy Council is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides basic reading, writing, math, and job search skills to adult non-readers and low lever learners in Hardeman County. Clients are taught one-on-one by volunteer tutors or in small groups according to their needs. Clients are encouraged to seek employment or to pursue their education through advanced training. ESL classes are now offered in the evening.
HARDIN COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Hardin county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
HAWKINS COUNTY
Hawkins County Literacy Council
200 North Depot Street
Rogersville, TN 38372
voice: 423-272-8345
Martha Stooksbury, Adult Education Supervisor
email: mstooksbury@hck12.net
The Hawkins County Literacy Council is active in the community, raising awareness of the importance of literacy. The members of the council assist in Literacy Day, and raise funds for GED Graduation and to provide scholarships to deserving students of the Hawkins County Adult Education program. The AE program empowers adult learners to become self-sufficient by through instruction in basic academics, life coping training, and employability skills.
HAYWOOD COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Haywood county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
HENDERSON COUNTY
Henderson County Literacy Council
Workforce Training Center
293 North Broad St.
Lexington, TN 38351
voice: 731-968-1200
Stewart Stanfill, Adult Education Supervisor
email: stanfills@k12tn.net
The Henderson County Literacy Council is an advisory group supporting the Henderson County Adult Education program. Henderson County AE provides services at two locations plus satellite classes in GED prep, Basic Literacy, and ESL.
HENRY COUNTY
Bill Williams, President
Sue Quinn, Contact
voice: 731-642-8655
email: underwoods@tennk12.net
The Henry County Literacy Council is the advisory council for the Henry County Adult Education program. In addition to raising funds and recruiting volunteers to support Adult Ed program activities, the Council also sponsors children's literacy activities, including the Henry County Imagination Library program.
HICKMAN & HOUSTON COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Hickman & Houston counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
HUMPHREYS COUNTY
Humphreys County Literacy Council
695 Holly Lane
Waverly, TN 37185
voice: 931-296-4677
Kay Hampton, Adult Education Supervisor
email: kay_hampton@hotmail.com
Since 1990, the Humphreys County Literacy Council has been active in raising funds for educational needs in the community, including support for the Humphreys County Adult Education Program. Humphreys County AE promotes and provides literacy skills for all adults through education to enhance lifelong learning for success.
JACKSON COUNTY
Jackson
County Literacy Council
711 School Drive
Gainsboro, TN 38562
voice: 931-268-3929
Diane Martin, Adult Education Supervisor
email: dmartin@k12tn.net
Fundraising efforts organized by the Jackson County Literacy Council support programs offered at the Jackson County Adult Education Program, including basic literacy instruction, computer literacy, GED preparation, work readiness instruction, and college entrance testing preparation.
JEFFERSON COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Jefferson county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
JOHNSON COUNTY
Johnson County Literacy Council
211 North Church St.
Mountain City, TN 37683
voice: 423-727-2654
Jewell Hamm, Adult Education Supervisor
email: hammj@k12tn.net
Founded in 1986, the Johnson County Literacy Council actively supports the Johnson County Adult Education Program through fundraising, grant writing, increasing public awareness, and providing student support.
KNOX COUNTY
7035 Middlebrook Pike
Knoxville, TN 37909
voice: 865-540-1311 ext. 13
fax: 865-540-1021
Joe Harrison, ESL Coordinator
email: esl@bridgerefugees.org
Bridge is an ecumenical non-profit organization that recruits and trains church sponsors and volunteers to help refugees create a new life in East Tennessee. Bridge continues to case-manage the families until they are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. Their ESL Tutor Training Program has opened the door of English comprehension and literacy for hundreds of new arrivals. If you would like to make a 3-month commitment to tutoring a refugee, please call during business hours (Monday-Friday 9-5), or complete their Volunteer Information Form online, and you will be contacted.
101 E. Fifth Avenue, Room 217
Knoxville, TN 37917
voice: 865-594-1507
Melissa Nance, Executive Director
email: melissa@friendsofliteracy.org
Friends of Literacy is a private, non-profit agency working in partnership with adult education programs in Knox County to provide classes in basic literacy as well as for adult students studying to obtain their GED. Friends of Literacy also recruits and trains volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring for adult learners or to assist in classroom teaching. To volunteer, visit their website and complete the volunteer application.
LAKE, LAUDERDALE, LAWRENCE, & LEWIS COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Lake, Lauderdale, Lawrence, & Lewis counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
LINCOLN COUNTY
Lincoln County Literacy Council
1600 A Wilson Parkway
Fayetteville, TN 37334
voice: 931-438-0555/0522
Teresa Smith, Adult Education Supervisor
email: lclc@fayelectric.com
The Lincoln County Literacy Council (LCLC) is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that serves as the fiscal agent for the Lincoln County Adult Education program. Program offerings are listed on the website, and include one-on-one tutoring for adult learners. The LCLC holds two annual community events - Fire Up For Literacy Day and Tee Off For Literacy Golf Tournament. Please contact the LCLC for program enrollment or volunteer opportunities.
LOUDON COUNTY
Loudon County Literacy Council
2145 Harrison Ave.
Lenoir City, TN 37771
voice: 865-988-0967
Susan Williamson, Adult Education Director
email: williamsons@k12tn.net
The Loudon County Literacy Council, a non-profit organization, has been supporting the Loudon County Adult Education program in the county since 1996. Each year in March, Loudon County coordinates an Adult Spelling Bee to raise awareness and funds to support Adult Education classes, including GED Preparation, Basic Literacy, and ESL.
MACON COUNTY
Macon County Literacy Council
501 College Street
Lafayette, TN 37083
voice: 615-666-2125
Brenda Eller, Adult Education Supervisor
email: ellerb@k12tn.net
Local fundraising events organized by the Macon County Literacy Council help to support services offered by the Macon County Adult Education Program. Classes are offered day and evening in basic literacy, GED preparation, college entrance preparation, computer skills, and parenting.
MADISON COUNTY
Regional Inter-Faith Association
219
North Highland Ave
Jackson, TN 38301
voice:
(731) 427-7963 ext.115fax:
(731) 427-3663Jenni Thorn, Life Enrichment Coordinator
email:
jenni@rifarifa.org
RIFA Life Enrichment engages, empowers, and inspires individuals to reach their God-given potential.
Life Enrichment offers classes in Adult Basic Education, Job and Life Skills training and Adult Literacy. Students are assessed for their reading level and work one on one with a tutor. All classes are free and open to those 21 and older.
MARION, MARSHALL, MAURY, & McMINN COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Madison, Marion, Marshall, Maury, & McMinn counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
McNAIRY COUNTY
McNairy County Literacy Council
701 Industrial Park Road
Selmer, TN 38375
voice: 731-645-5386
fax: 731-645-6684
Patsy Pearson, Adult Education Supervisor
email: pearsonp@hotmail.com
The McNairy County Literacy Council operates in an advisory capacity to the McNairy County Adult Education Program. The Literacy Council also supports the Adult Ed program through fundraising efforts, providing financial support for special programs and operating budget.
MEIGS COUNTY
Meigs County Literacy Council
P.O. Box 1039
Decatur, TN 37332
voice: 423-334-5207
Billie Ledford, Coordinator
email: billieledford@meigscounty.net
The Meigs County Literacy Council provides financial support for the Meigs County Adult Education program. Services provided through small classes, individual tutoring, or distance learning include GED Preparation, Workforce Skills, EL/Civics, and Computer Skills.
MONROE COUNTY
Monroe County Interagency Literacy Council
205 Oak Grove Road
Madisonville, TN 37354
voice: 423-442-7101
Rick Saunders, Adult Education Supervisor
email: saundersr@monroe.k12.tn.us
The Interagency Literacy Council provides financial support to the Monroe County Adult Education program, helping adults become literate and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self-sufficiency. Services offered include GED Preparation, TABE Placement Testing, Official Practice GED Testing, College Entrance Preparation, Computer Basic Skills, and ESOL.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Clarksville-Montgomery County Adult Literacy Council
Greenwood Complex, Rm. 300
430 Greenwood Ave.
Clarksville, TN 37040
voice: 931-542-5046
Velma Jo Williams, Director
email: adultliteracycouncil@gmail.com
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Adult Literacy Council was established in 1985 to promote public awareness of the need for literacy education in the area. The Literacy Council recruits and trains tutors interested in teaching adults with low reading and computation skills or students who have a need to learn English as a second language. A major function of the Council is to support the local Adult Education Program by providing free one-on-one tutoring for Adult Ed students who need special assistance. Please contact the Director if you would like to volunteer.
MOORE COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Moore county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
MORGAN COUNTY
Clinch Valley Literacy Council
131 S. Charles Sevier Blvd.
Clinton, TN 37716
voice: 865-482-1776 or 865-457-7323
Lynn Cardwell, President
email: lynnc7738@aol.com
The Clinch Valley Literacy Council (CVLC) was formed in 1998 as a merger of the former Tri-County Literacy Council (founded 1976) and the Anderson County Adult Literacy Council (founded 1984). The CVLC promotes quality literacy services to the residents of East Tennessee and provides support to local adult literacy provider programs, including the Anderson County Adult Basic Education program and the ESL program at the Oak Ridge YWCA computer lab. Service area includes Anderson, Morgan and Scott counties.
OBION COUNTY
Obion County Literacy Council
316 South Third Street
PO Box 1306
Union City, TN 38261
voice: 731-885-8202
Sharron Connell or Diane Terry
email: terryd@k12tn.net
Since 1987, the Obion County Literacy Council has been active in public awareness, student and tutor recruitment, and fundraising for the Obion County Adult Education Program. The Council has also been involved in forming partnerships with other literacy projects in the county.
OVERTON, PERRY, & PICKETT COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Overton, Perry, & Pickett counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
POLK COUNTY
Polk County Adult Education Advisory Council
1049 Old Federal Road
Old Fort, TN 37362
voice: 423-338-5125
Margaret Swafford, Adult Education Supervisor
email: margaretswafford@comcast.net
The Polk County Adult Education Advisory Council supports the Polk County Adult Education program, providing additional funding and volunteers to meet program needs. Services offered free of charge by the Adult Ed program include GED preparation and workplace skills training.
PUTNAM COUNTY
Putnam County Literacy Council
1060 E. Spring Street
Cookeville, TN 38501
voice: 931-528-8685
Lynda Breeden, Adult Education Coordinator
email: breedenl1@k12tn.net
The Putnam County Literacy Council has supported the Putnam County Adult Education Program since 1986. Classes are open to Putnam County residents 18 years and older. Free services include private one-on-one tutoring, and classes in GED preparation and ESL. Enrichment courses in Sign Language, Computers, and Spanish are also available for a fee.
RHEA COUNTY
Rhea County Adult Literacy Council
200 4th Ave., Suite 200
Dayton, TN 37321
voice: 423-365-5020
Beverly Joyce, President
email: BKboog@aol.com
Since 1987, the Rhea County Adult Literacy Council has been working in a supportive role to raise awareness and funding for the Rhea County Adult Education Program Rhea County AE offers instruction for non-English speaking individuals, non-readers, basic skills in reading and math, GED preparation, and remedial studies for those preparing to enter college.
ROANE COUNTY
Roane County Literacy Council
1082 North Gateway Ave.
Rockwood, TN 37854
voice: 865-376-6663
Tammy Chadwell, Adult Education Coordinator
email: chadwellt1@roanestate.edu
Since the 1990s, the Roane County Literacy Council has pursued its mission to raise awareness of the importance of literacy in the community and to assist in raising funds to support the Roane County Adult Education program. Roane County Adult Education serves adults who wish to improve their educational skills by earning a GED, refreshing basic skills, or preparing to enter a post-secondary school or training.
ROBERTSON COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Robertson county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
113 Stonewall Dr.
Smyrna, TN 37167
voice: 615-223-1391
John Key, Executive Director
email: communityserve@bellsouth.net
Community Servants provides regular ESL and GED classes as an adjunct of the Rutherford County Schools Adult Education Program, and they also provide Basic Literacy and ESL one-on-one tutoring. There is no fee. Volunteer tutors are always needed and training is provided. Community Servants is a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency that has been providing literacy and housing services for 11 years. Their Community Kids program provides daily after school help with homework and reading to community children at no charge.
410 West Lytle Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
voice: 615-494-0499
Cliff Sharp, Executive Director
email: cliffsharptn@hotmail.com
Greenhouse Ministries is a faith-based organization that provides a variety of services to at-risk residents of the Murfreesboro area, including basic literacy instruction, GED preparation, and financial literacy instruction. Volunteers for tutoring or mentoring are always needed.
PO Box 12161
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
voice: 615-867-0581
Ronni Shaw, Executive Director
email: ronnishaw@readtosucceed.org
Read To Succeed was established in 2003 as a non-profit organization with a focus on family literacy. By fostering partnerships between literacy providers and sponsoring literacy activities in the community, Read To Succeed fulfills its mission to promote reading in Rutherford County. Check their website for a calendar of current activities and volunteer opportunities. Read To Succeed trains tutors to work with adult learners in Rutherford County. To enroll or to volunteer, please call program contact Shelly Stanley at 615-738-7323 or email her at adultliteracy@reatosucceed.org.
SCOTT COUNTY
Clinch Valley Literacy Council
131 S. Charles Sevier Blvd.
Clinton, TN 37716
voice: 865-482-1776 or 865-457-7323
Lynn Cardwell, President
email: lynnc7738@aol.com
The Clinch Valley Literacy Council (CVLC) was formed in 1998 as a merger of the former Tri-County Literacy Council (founded 1976) and the Anderson County Adult Literacy Council (founded 1984). The CVLC promotes quality literacy services to the residents of East Tennessee and provides support to local adult literacy provider programs, including the Anderson County Adult Basic Education program and the ESL program at the Oak Ridge YWCA computer lab. Service area includes Anderson, Morgan and Scott counties.
SEQUATCHIE & SERVIER COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Sequatchie & Servier counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
SHELBY COUNTY
167 Washington St.
Collierville, TN 38017
voice: 901-854-0288 fax: same
Karen Ray, Director
email: k.ray@colliervilleliteracy.org
The Collierville Literacy Council (CLC) is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) agency providing one-on-one tutoring to adult learners for basic reading, English as a Learned Language (ELL), and GED preparation and testing. Please contact the CLC to enroll in the program or to volunteer as a tutor. There is no fee.
190 South Cooper Street
Memphis, TN 38104
voice: 901-726-5902 fax: 901-726-1960
Sister Lakshmie Napagoda, Director
email: lnap5902@bellsouth.net
DeNeuville Learning Center assists women of all backgrounds and cultures in learning the skills they need to make positive choices for themselves and their families. Classes offered include GED preparation, financial literacy, job readiness, computer studies, ESL, parent reading, and citizenship test preparation. DeNeuville also offers enrichment classes and counseling. Class schedules are flexible and child care is available at the discretion of the director. There is a registration fee of $20, and tuition is $5 per month. Volunteers are needed for a variety of assignments. Visit the website or call the Center for more details.
902 South Cooper St.
Memphis, TN 38104
voice: 901-327-6000
Sallie Johnson, Interim Executive Director
email: salliejohnson@memphisliteracycouncil.org
The Memphis Literacy Council is a private non-profit agency offering adult literacy services, family literacy workshops, and English as a Second Language classes. Call to enroll in the program or to volunteer.
SMITH COUNTY
Smith County Literacy Council
126 Middle School Lane
Carthage, TN 37030
Stephanie Johnson, Adult Education Supervisor
voice: 615-735-8246
email: johnsons33@k12tn.net
The Smith County Literacy Council supports the Smith County Adult Education program by funding GED test fee scholarships, and other activities such as Graduation. If you would like to help, please contact adult education supervisor Stephanie Johnson. The Adult Education program provides instruction for adults working towards their GED as well as those seeking to improve workplace skills. They also coach adults who want to enter college or technical school. Volunteers are needed to help out in the classroom - contact Stephanie Johnson for more information.
STEWART COUNTY
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Stewart county are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in this county, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
SULLIVAN COUNTY
326 Commerce St.
Kingsport, TN 37660
voice: 423-392-4643 or 423-224-2357
Nada Weekley, Executive Director
email: admin@literacycouncilofkingsport.org
The Literacy Council of Kingsport is a non-profit agency offering free basic literacy and English as a Second Language instruction to adults through one-on-one tutoring provided by trained volunteers. The service area includes Sullivan County as well as the eastern portion of Hawkins County. To enroll or to volunteer, please call for an appointment. The Council also provides volunteer tutors in the local school system for children needing help with reading.
Patricia Freedman Literacy Academy
701 Goode St.
Bristol, VA 24201
voice: 276-645-8790
Karen Gaylor, Coordinator
email: karen@bristol-library.org
The Patricia Freedman Literacy Academy (PFLA) is a non-profit educational agency working in partnership with the Bristol Public Library. They provide help with basic literacy, GED preparation, ESL, and computer skills with one-on-one instruction at their facility. Instruction is provided by staff and volunteers. Although the agency is located in the state of Virginia, it serves the entire Bristol community, which includes a substantial portion of Sullivan County, Tennessee. There is no charge for instruction, but contributions are accepted. The PFLA is open year round, Monday through Friday, from 10am to 6pm.
SUMNER COUNTY
Literacy Council of Sumner County
260 West Main St.
City Square Shopping Center
Hendersonville, TN 37075
voice: 615-822-8112
Margie Anderson, Executive Director
email: info@literacysumner.org
The Literacy Council of Sumner County is a private non-profit agency serving both adults and children with one-on-one tutoring in reading, math, or other academic problem areas. There is no charge for basic tutoring, and learners should call the program to enroll. Volunteer tutors are always needed, and training and support are provided. Call or visit the website for more details.
Sumner County Adult Education Advisory Council
695 East Main St., Building B
Gallatin, TN 37066
voice: 615-451-5415
Ester Wright, Adult Education Coordinator
email: ester.wright@sumnerschools.org
The Sumner County Adult Education Advisory Council supports the Sumner County Adult Education Program through fundraising. Sumner County AE offers classes in GED preparation, ESL, basic skills, and Families First. All services are provided free of charge, and are supported by United Way.
TIPTON COUNTY
Tipton County Literacy Council
800 Bert Johnston Ave.
PO Box 486
Covington, TN 38019
voice: 901-475-0037
Jackie Walker, Executive Director
email: jwalker@tipton-county.com
Since 1988, the Tipton County Literacy Council has been supporting the activities of the Tipton County Adult Education Program. The AE program provides lifelong learning opportunities through classes that allow individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to be successful parents, employees and citizens of Tipton County.
TROUSDALE, UNICOI, UNION, VAN BUREN, & WARREN COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Trousdale, Unicoi, Union, Van Buren, & Warren counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
WASHINGTON COUNTY
Johnson City/Washington County Literacy Council
820 West Market St., Room #16
Johnson City, TN 37604
voice: 423-434-0206
David Egbert, Adult Education Supervisor
email: egbertd@jcschools.org
The Literacy Council supports the Johnson City/Washington County Adult Education Program services, which include classes in basic literacy, GED preparation, ESL, and computer skills.
WAYNE, WEAKLEY, & WHITE COUNTIES
To our knowledge, the only Adult Literacy services provided in Wayne, Weakley, & White counties are delivered through the state Adult Education system. For current contact information, visit the Tennessee Department of Adult Education website. If you know of other agencies providing free literacy services to adults in these counties, please contact us at info@tnliteracy.org.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY
Literacy Council of Williamson County
129 West Fowlkes St., Ste. 143
Franklin, TN 3706464
voice: 615-472-5010
Rita Dozier, Executive Director
email: ritad@wcs.edu
The Literacy Council of Williamson County provides one-on-one tutoring to help adult learners with basic reading and math skills, with GED preparation, and with English skills for non-native speakers. English as a Second Language classes are also available. There is no fee, and learners should call the program to enroll. Volunteer tutors are always needed; please call for more information.
WILSON COUNTY
Adult Education Advisory Council of Wilson County
107 North Greenwood
Lebanon, TN 37087
voice: 615-443-8731
Bernadine Nelson, Adult Education Director
email: nelsonb@wcschools.com
The Adult Education Advisory Council is a charitable organization supporting the Wilson County Adult Education Program in their mission to meet the needs of all persons age sixteen and up who need to learn to read or improve their reading skills. The Adult Education program also teaches math skills and life-coping skills that enable the individual to become self-supportive and build a feeling of self-esteem.
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