The Learning Source promotes and provides educational opportunities through collaborative partnerships for adults and families to support their future achievements. Education is a fundamental need to improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. The Learning Source is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit that has been working in Colorado for 58 years. We serve over 2000 people annually and could not do so without your generous support.
The Learning Source believes literacy is the single greatest personal resource. With it, individuals can continue their education, build careers, and become strong members of the community in which they live. Without basic literacy, individual barriers become insurmountable, jobs difficult to attain, and communities weakened.
The Learning Source assists adults in need of basic literacy, providing a second chance at a better life that begins with one courageous phone call. As TLS GED graduate Julianna Ramirez stated, "Education is the only thing in life that cannot be taken away from us." It cannot be taken away from the individual who came to class after a ten-hour shift; it cannot be taken from a first-generation college student or from a struggling adult who finds the job that allows them to thrive. It cannot be taken from the family that reads together-parent and child before bedtime-and it cannot be taken away from the community that has grown stronger due to the people living and working there.
But the opportunity must first be given.
Your support assists The Learning Source in providing such opportunities, and we are extremely grateful.
Sincerely,
Josh Evans
Executive Director
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"One of the things I really like about class is the tutors. They have a good attitude and don't get mad if they have to explain things to me more than once. I also really like that we do different things - working in books, whether by myself, with a tutor, or in a small group; using flash cards; discussing stories; and working to speed up my math calculations."
"I feel blessed to be part of the Family Literacy Program because I know it helps me with English reading, writing and speaking skills. I really value PACT Time and know that it has helped me work on homework and other assignments with my 5th grade son."
The Learning Source believes education is essential to people's freedom, their confidence, and their ability to perform in the family, community and workplace. We provide opportunities for motivated adult learners and families to attain educational goals for themselves and their children. Programs include: Adult and Family Literacy, Adult Basic Education and High School Equivalency, English Language Acquisition, and Student Success services including Post-Secondary Education and Career Navigation.. These programs are made possible by dedicated and well-trained volunteer tutors, and are led by staff instructors throughout Colorado.
The Learning Source believes literacy sits at the cornerstone of an individual's success. Imagine not being able to read the cost of a loaf of bread, the directions to a job interview, or a letter in the mail. Through literacy, these every day tasks become much easier and the doors of opportunity swing open.
The Learning Source approaches illiteracy statewide through programs that support adults from beginner English as a Second Language, to Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, Family Literacy (designed to teach parents skills to assist their children in school), GED preparation, Workforce Transition, Corrections, and advanced preparation before entering into college. These programs support adult students at every step of the process to attain a higher level of education and a high school diploma with the support of a steadfast group of volunteers and staff.
Organization name
The Learning Source
other names
The Learning Source
1964
Tax id (EIN)
84-0585638
Category
Education, Human Services
Organization Size
Large Organization
Address
929 29th StreetJefferson County, CO, US
Arapahoe County, CO, US
Denver, CO, US
Pueblo County, CO, US
Weld County, CO, US