First Literacy is a non-profit organization based in Boston, MA that is dedicated to providing life-changing educational opportunities for adult learners and educators across Massachusetts. Through program grants, free professional development workshops, and student scholarships, First Literacy reaches approximately 6000 adult learners and 200 educators in 100 programs every year, focusing on adults with low-literacy or limited English proficiency who are often overlooked by traditional education systems.
With a mission to improve the lives of adults with low-literacy or limited English proficiency and positively impact communities, First Literacy awards scholarships to adult learners, offers free professional development workshops and grants, and provides support to adult learners and Adult Basic Education teachers. Their funding ensures literacy instruction for the highest-need students, creating opportunities for individuals to begin anew and achieve their goals, regardless of age or difficult circumstances.
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