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The Literacy Council of Montgomery County (LCMC) teaches adults to read, write, and speak English.

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Imagine going through life unable to read or speak English. Imagine attempting to deal with bills, package labels, bus schedules, medication instructions, bank statements and job applications. That's the situation facing thousands of native and foreign born adults in Montgomery County. The need is great -- 1 in 7 residents of Montgomery County is considered "limited English proficient," and countless others read below a 4th grade level. Our programs help adults gain literacy skills for life so they can improve their quality of life and ability to participate in the community. LCMC offers ESL and basic literacy tutoring, ESL classes, conversation classes, and a computer language lab -- all of which are free or low-cost. Over 800 volunteers assist us each year. Your contribution helps us foster a stronger work force, more involved parents, and an informed community.

We change lives! Read this success story:

Marian had no formal education in her native country and knew no English when she came to the U.S. She couldn't write letters of the alphabet, not even to write her name. Her husband took care of everything for the family, so she felt no urgency to learn English; but then he died. As a widow with threee young children and a full-time job, Marian realized that things had to change. She came to the Literacy Council for help and is pushing herself to the limit. Marian now proudly writes her own name and address, reads on her own, and is speaking English, thanks to the Literacy Council and her tutor O'Keyla.

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  1. Hilary LevineHilary Levine 11/09/2011 at 11:21 PM ET
    Go, Literacy Council!
  2. Gail R. HaagGail R. Haag 11/09/2011 at 09:46 PM ET
    the Literacy Council provides great tutoring, teaching and resources for their students. the program is large enough to offer a variety of services, but small enough to really care about each participant.
  3. Nina RynearsonNina Rynearson 11/09/2011 at 09:35 PM ET
    Very worthy organization with dedicated staff, namely Kim Brown!
  4. Kim S. BrownKim S. Brown 11/09/2011 at 08:21 PM ET
    A HUGE shout out to all who have donated--time and/or money. Thank you!
  5. Beverly StennettBeverly Stennett 11/09/2011 at 07:44 PM ET
    English literacy is a crucial skill for success in our society, and LCMC uses its funds well to help persons attain this skill. Thanks MCLC!
  6. Robin LawsonRobin Lawson 11/09/2011 at 07:16 PM ET
    This is a very worthy organization and I'm proud to be a part of it.
  7. Virginia D KiesewetterVirginia D Kiesewetter 11/09/2011 at 07:08 PM ET
    LCMC volunteers are irreplaceable! Thank you all!
  8. Julia M. SchumannJulia M. Schumann 11/09/2011 at 06:32 PM ET
    This is a great organization that fills a strong need in our community. I really enjoyed working with LCMC. Keep up the good work!
  9. roslynn seidensteinroslynn seidenstein 11/09/2011 at 06:05 PM ET
    Wonderful opportunity to work with the LCMC!
  10. Carol LongsonCarol Longson 11/09/2011 at 05:43 PM ET
    I enjoyed my many years of tutoring and appreciate all the work the Literacy Council does for the people in the community.
  11. Shelley BlockShelley Block 11/09/2011 at 05:29 PM ET
    Thanks to everyone who has helped us pass the $4000 mark of our goal. Please keep those donations coming! Also, don't forget to tell your friends and family and ask them to donate before midnight!
  12. Mary BasileMary Basile 11/09/2011 at 04:20 PM ET
    Keep up the good work--literacy needs tending everywhere!
  13. Jessica L DunckelJessica L Dunckel 11/09/2011 at 04:15 PM ET
    LCMC was a pleasure to volunteer with when I tutored a student through their Basic Literacy program. I was always impressed by their organization, commitment, and accountability. It really provides a meaningful service to the community and I'm so glad to have been a part of it even for a short time.
  14. Michael F.Michael F. 11/09/2011 at 03:20 PM ET
    The LCMC provides a great benefit to the county by helping to make residents more self-supporting and productive through limproved literacy.
  15. veronique silvermanveronique silverman 11/09/2011 at 02:18 PM ET
    The LCMC is an organization that has it together, with the main goal of helping its students achieve literacy always as it's top priority. I have been proud to volunteer for the past couple of yyears.
  16. Alexandra CastilloAlexandra Castillo 11/09/2011 at 02:10 PM ET
    Wonderful organization, staff and volunteers. They really help students with all the tools to achieve English language literacy. Keep up the good work. For the general public: Please support this organization it really deserves your support!!! it really
  17. David YoungDavid Young 11/09/2011 at 02:03 PM ET
    Great training for volunteers and very much needed by students
  18. Shelley W RebackShelley W Reback 11/09/2011 at 12:22 PM ET
    A very worthwhile organization!
  19. Patricia EsslingerPatricia Esslinger 11/09/2011 at 11:53 AM ET
    A wonderful organization that does a great job of training volunteers. Try it!
  20. Shelley BlockShelley Block 11/09/2011 at 11:45 AM ET
    Matchmakers needed! If we can raise $5,000, our generous board of directors will match that amount! We've got a long way to go. Please help! Thanks!
  21. Shelley BlockShelley Block 11/07/2011 at 09:30 PM ET
    LCMC helps Maritza Gain Confidence: Maritza... LCMC helps Maritza Gain Confidence: Maritza received a bachelor’s degree in El Salvador and worked as an accountant in her native country, but when she came to the United States seeking better opportunities, she was afraid to leave the house – even to buy groceries -- because she could not speak a word of English. “I like talking to people, so it was very frustrating.” Maritza attended the Literacy Council’s Understanding the American Workplace class and participates in conversation classes. “Now, thanks to my teachers Anne, Alison, Carol, Gail and Nicky, I am more confident. I can communicate with my children’s teachers and other parents. I have gotten my driver’s license and I can help my husband in his business. I never imagined I would speak another language!”

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