“Literacy is about access. Literacy is about dignity. It is about supporting one’s family. It is about achieving the dream of a better life,” says Jeff Burkhart, executive director of Literacy Network of Dane County.
In Dane County, 1 in 7 adults struggle with literacy. That’s 55,000 people. Just two weeks ago, the Literacy Network of Dane County celebrated its adult learners, while also announcing the current space was no longer acceptable for the people being served. It marked the official start for the Growing Through Literacy Campaign, and an aggressive goal of raising $3 million to renovate the former Wingra Clinic on Madison’s southside by the end of summer.
On Thursday, May 12, 3 p.m., there will be a “wall breaking” that will kick off the renovation at Literacy Network’s soon-to-be new home at 701 Dane Street on the south side of Madison.
The welcome for the event will be given by Maureen Miner, board president and there will be campaign updates and remarks by Literacy Network staff members, a J.H. Findorff and Son Construction representative, and the actual Wall Breaking ceremony
Literacy Network teaches reading, writing and speaking skills to Dane County adults so they can achieve financial independence, good health, and greater involvement in community life.
Literacy Network is a non-profit organization in Madison, Wisconsin founded in 1974. We work with teachers, tutors, volunteers and donors to improve adult literacy in Dane County. Our programs help adults find career opportunities, read with children and help with homework, improve computer skills, understand finances, and speak with doctors about health concerns.
