by Literacy Volunteer | Sep 18, 2023 | News
International Literacy Day was September 8th International Literacy Day reminds us that literacy is a “matter of dignity and human rights” that is vital for the kind of just societies people hope and strive for. At least 763 million children and adults...
by Literacy Volunteer | Aug 21, 2023 | Citizenship Programs, News
Constitution and Citizenship Day is coming up on September 17th, commemorating the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787, in Philadelphia. The Library of Congress and the National Archives have an abundance of resources for learning and teaching about the...
by Literacy Volunteer | Jun 6, 2023 | News
TINY ART, BIG DIFFERENCE Tiny Art, Big Difference is an auction and sale of original small 8”x 8” artworks presented by Literacy Volunteers of Santa Fe (LVSF) and sponsored by First National 1870 Bank. “The art auction contains a wide range of art, mediums, and...
by Literacy Volunteer | May 8, 2023 | News
TINY ART, BIG DIFFERENCE Call for Artists Tiny Art, Big Difference is an auction and sale of original small 8”x 8” artworks presented by Literacy Volunteers of Santa Fe (LVSF) and sponsored by First National 1870 Bank. LVSF is currently seeking artists to create and...
by Literacy Volunteer | Mar 10, 2023 | News
Advocating for Adult Education in New Mexico Many people from organizations all over the state gathered on Wednesday, March 1st, for Higher Education and Adult Education and Literacy Day at the Roundhouse. We were there to support adult education across New Mexico and...
by Literacy Volunteer | Jan 18, 2023 | News
Announcing New Board Members and Officers 2023! Welcome new members Carmelita, Norbert, Chris, and Al! President: Kristen Lieving Vice President: Chris Howson Treasurer: Maria Ortiz Secretary: Tom Stewart Directors:Nestor LopezArthur PanaroKent DeYoungConsuelo...
by Literacy Volunteer | Dec 21, 2022 | News, Progress Reports
Recap – Fiscal Year 2021-2022 178 by 95 = $146,995 In LVSF’s fiscal year 2021-2022 (July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022), 178 students were served by 95 volunteer tutors who provided 4,908 hours of instruction. This represents volunteer contributions to our community...
by Literacy Volunteer | Nov 21, 2022 | News
We want to thank all of our volunteers and supporters for what you give in the name of adult literacy. Literacy “is the ability to use printed and written information to function in society, to achieve one’s goals, and to develop one’s knowledge and...
by Literacy Volunteer | Oct 31, 2022 | News
LVSF hosted its first in-person Student/tutor Recognition Picnic in more than 3 years! Staff and the board met with students, tutors, and their families to gather and celebrate the many successes of LVSF in the past year. We also gave out the Literacy Advocate of the...
by Literacy Volunteer | Oct 18, 2022 | News, Staff and Board
Purpose Driven Questions Why literacy? What do you enjoy about being on the board? What is your favorite book or author? If you could share one other thing with the literacy community, what would it be? We Need You! If you’re interested in joining the board,...
