Literacy Chicago

Our students come together from different education levels, economic backgrounds, cities, states, and countries for one common goal: to learn 📓✍🏻💡

From GED prep to English as a second language, adult literacy, and citizenship, we are here for adults in Chicago.

Want to join our mission? Click the link below to find out about volunteer opportunities and ways to donate.

literacychicago.org

UPDATE: After an overwhelming response we have closed applications. Thank you to all who applied.

And just like that, our 2026 Literacy in Bloom Gala was a success 🌻 Guests heard from our students, volunteers, partners, and special guest, New York Times best-selling author Scott Turow!

Thank you to Kate ( on Instagram) for 📸 photographing the evening (as well as donating an auction prize AND being a sponsor of the evening!) and to all of our amazing volunteers who made the night an overwhelming success.

Missed out on the magic of Literacy in Bloom? You can relive the evening through our events webpage and get involved more with Literacy Chicago on our website: literacychicago.org/

History came alive for members of our Harold Washington Library conversation group recently! 🏛️🦕🦴

The group was able to take a private tour of the Field Museum from a fellow student who works for the museum.

Conversation groups are so much more than English practice, they are places to learn about community and culture. And sometimes fossils! Learn more about our conversation groups at several different Chicago Public Library locations at the link below:

literacychicago.org/conversation-groups/

We are hiring! Join our team as a part-time Program Associate and see the power of education to change lives firsthand.

The ideal candidate enjoys helping others, stays calm in a busy environment, and is comfortable managing both people and data in a fast-paced nonprofit setting.

Learn more about the position at the link below:

https://bit.ly/43YmO9P

TO APPLY:

Email your resume and a cover letter to: [email protected]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

It is summertime! Go outside, enjoy the sun, and get some rest.

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Literacy Chicago will be on summer break (No classes) from June 26 - July 5.

Our summer session will begin on Monday, July 6. You can sign up for classes anytime on our website: literacychicago.org

Only one day left before we celebrate the power of literacy with you all! Tomorrow we are showing up and showing out for adults across Chicago gaining the skills they need to advance in their lives.

Grab your tickets at the link below 🌻
givebutter.com/LiteracyinBloom2026

The countdown continues! We are 2 days away from a magical night celebrating the magical that adult education holds. Our special guest this year is New York Times bestselling author and acclaimed attorney Scott Turow!

His fourteen novels, including Presumed Innocent and Presumed Guilty, have captivated readers worldwide. His next novel, Presumed Dead, is set for release in January 2027

You can still snag a ticket and enjoy our one-on-one chat with Scott. Head to the link below before it's too late 📚

givebutter.com/LiteracyinBloom2026

We are officially 3 DAYS AWAY from our 2026 Literacy in Bloom Gala!

There is still time to grab a ticket, and you should because of the musical talent of Tiffany Hendrix (), who will enchant us throughout the evening with her warm, expressive, and velvety voice. 🎶

Snag your last-minute tickets at the link below, and we will see you Thursday 😉
givebutter.com/LiteracyinBloom2026