An Evening of Matched Pairs

Title: An Evening of Matched Pairs
Location: The Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square - 24 South Queen St. Lancaster, PA
Description: An Evening of Matched Pairs is a fundraising event celebrating the matched pairs of students and tutors through matched pairs of food and wine.
Start Time: 5:00
Date: 2013-10-13
End Time: 9:00

Literacy skills are foundational to success in our society. Imagine for a moment what your life would be like if you could not read, write, use a computer, or access technology.

Now imagine if everyone in our community had the literacy skills they need to transform their lives, sustain their families and strengthen their communities.

The fact is that there are 64,000 adults living in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties who struggle with the most basic literacy skills. For these adults, The Literacy Council is their last chance to get the education they need to be productive family members, workers, and citizens.

Why should you care? Chances are that you know someone personally. These adults are your neighbors, employees, family, and friends. When members of your community have the skills they need to find and keep well paying jobs, they are contributing to the overall health of our community.

Literacy is the foundation of our democracy. Adults who can read, write, and use math and technology are adults who can make informed decisions, vote, and support their children's education. They are less likely to rely on social service programs and more likely to contribute as tax paying citizens.

Be part of the solution - your tax deductible investment will enable us to provide free adult literacy and basic education services to deserving adults who need a second chance at getting an education.

Since 1985, we have relied on local fundraising activities to keep our doors open to dedicated and motivated students who want a better life. Our team of over 200 dedicated volunteers, including writers, retired military officers, community planners, and college professors (just to name a few), provides instructional services to more than 900 adults each year.

Our students are diverse, coming from different backgrounds, experiences, and even different countries. What they all have in common is the desire to improve their lives by improving their skills.

You can pay by check or make a secure donation on our website with your credit card. Click 'donate now.'