With strong support from State Senator Javier Cervantes, $263,824 in state literacy grants will be coming to four local educational agencies in the 1st Senate District. “Family and community literacy programs equip parents and their children with a foundation that supports them throughout their lives and careers,” said Cervantes (D-Chicago). “Developing these important skills empowers people to contribute and engage fully with their families, their work and their communities.” Adult Literacy Grant Programs are administered by the Illinois Secretary of State and are divided into three categories: Adult Volunteer Literacy, Penny Severns Family Literacy and Workplace Skills Enhancement. The programs enable educational organizations to help adults improve their reading, writing, math or use of English as a new language. The following community organizations and schools in the 1st District received Adult Literacy Grant awards:

* Arab American Action Network – $50,000
* Hanul Family Alliance – $48,824
* PODER Learning Center – $80,000
* Morton College – $85,000

More information about the Secretary of State’s Adult Literacy Grant Programs can be found at https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/library/literacy/adultlit-grants-overview.html