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Free literacy services for adults 16+ in Cayuga County
Free · Confidential · Personalized

Building literacy one learner at a time.

Literacy Volunteers of Cayuga County connects adult learners with trained volunteer tutors for free, one-on-one instruction in reading, writing, and English as a Second Language.

100% Free to Participants
Completely Confidential
One-on-One Instruction
Flexible Scheduling
Adults 16+ Welcome
Our Programs

What we offer

Personalized, free instruction designed around the goals of every adult learner.

01

Basic Literacy

Free, confidential one-on-one tutoring for adults at any reading level. Build the foundational skills needed for daily life, employment, and independence.

1:1 Tutoring Flexible Hours All Skill Levels
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02

English as a Second Language

Work with a trained volunteer tutor to develop conversational and written English skills. Programs available in individual and small-group formats.

1:1 & Group Conversation Focus
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03

Volunteer Tutor Program

Become a literacy volunteer. We provide all the training and materials needed — no teaching background required. Make a lasting difference in your community.

Free Training Ongoing Support Flexible Commitment
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Our Impact

Literacy changes everything.

When an adult gains reading or language skills, the effects ripple outward — to their families, their workplace, and their community. We're proud to support that transformation every day in Cayuga County.

500+
Adults served annually
40+
Active volunteer tutors
1:1
Personalized instruction model
Free
For every participant, always
"My tutor never made me feel embarrassed. For the first time, I can help my son with his homework." — LVCC Learner, Auburn NY
Photo: Tutor & learner working together
Calendar

Upcoming events

Orientations, workshops, and community gatherings throughout Cayuga County.

Apr
14

New Tutor Orientation

📍 Auburn Public Library · 6:00–8:00 PM
Volunteer
Apr
22

English Conversation Circle

📍 Community Center · 10:00–11:30 AM
ESL
May
3

Learner Celebration Night

📍 LVCC Office · 5:30–7:00 PM
All Welcome
May
17

Advanced Tutor Skills Workshop

📍 Seymour Library · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Volunteer
Jun
5

Annual Literacy Walk Fundraiser

📍 Emerson Park · 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Community

Get Involved

Whether you're looking to learn, volunteer, or support our mission — we'd love to hear from you.

Register as a Learner Volunteer with Us
News & Stories

From our community

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Program Update

New ESL Small Group Sessions Starting This Spring

Expanded programming with group sessions meeting twice weekly in Auburn.

March 15, 2026Read →
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Volunteer News

Local Teacher Volunteers 10 Years and Counting

Tom has helped more than 30 learners across a decade of dedicated service.

Feb 20, 2026Read →

Ready to make a difference?

Join our community of learners, volunteers, and supporters working to ensure every adult in Cayuga County has access to free literacy services.