In 1996 the Lafayette County Literacy Council was granted 501(c) 3 status and began as a small community outreach organization, providing services in adult basic education. The services offered included one-on-one tutoring for adult learners, small group classes, and GED training. In 1998 the Council added children’s literacy as an area of focus. Community after-school programs were offered to help children from lower income families with homework help and Internet access. Children were also given the opportunity to receive one-on-one tutoring to improve their reading levels. In 2002 the Council changed its mission statement to combine the needs of children and adults and address illiteracy from a family perspective. The Council currently employs a director, two project coordinators, has an active board of directors, and serves more than 1000 families per year.

Managing Director, Susan Phillips

Bill Griffith, President
Meghan Berry, Vice-President
Cindy Sinervo, Treasurer
Mary Hartwell Howorth, Secretary
Joey Lauren Adams
Josh Gettys
Alisa Liggins
K.B. Melear
Jilleen Moore
Susan Nicholas
Robert Paine
Susan Phillips, Director