Gary Literacy Coalition, Inc.

Gary Literacy Coalition, Inc. The GLC, Inc. supports, promotes, enhances, and coordinates the accessibility of literacy opportunities, thus making ...Gary, "A Reading City." (GLC).

Mission

The Gary Literacy Coalition, Inc. Vision

Gary, Indiana will become a literate community known as a "Reading City" with every individual having access to literacy opportunities. Challenges

To facilitate a collaborative effort among literacy advocates effectively addressing the literacy needs in the city of Gary. To approach literacy from an all-inclusive perspective, serving clients acro

ss the life span. To raise public awareness of the scope of literacy needs in Gary... general literacy, health literacy, and financial literacy. To foster sustainable positive civic engagement and educational improvement. To ensure that citizens with literacy needs have access to appropriate services. To establish a voice for individuals and community empowerment through the provision of literacy opportunities. Program Description

A teen mom high-school dropout needs guidance regarding the importance of reading to her child as early as zero months; the same mom needs assistance in finding the appropriate program to improve her reading skills in order to continue her education. A twenty-three year old male realizes that he needs help to pass the General Educational Development (GED) exam to increase his employability status. Rehospitalization of a child due to improper use of medication prompted a parent's request for assistance with reading. A fifty-two year old grandmother, reading at a second grade level, privately pleads for an opportunity to learn to read better to keep the job that she has been able to manage for twenty years prior to increased technology. A productive, small, non-profit literacy program needs materials to keep afloat. This litany of examples allows a glimpse of the thousands of scenarios that drive the work of The Gary Literacy Coalition, Inc. The Gary Literacy Coalition, Inc. provides literacy focus in four targeted areas:

creating awareness of the importance of literacy to health, economic development, and family well-being connecting learners and volunteers to the appropriate programs and services supporting and providing programs and instructional materials to improve literacy securing resources to develop, support and expand literacy programs

The involvement and commitment of literacy partners continue to allow GLC to demonstrate success in providing access to literacy opportunities across the life-span that translate to the attainment of learner literacy goals. These collaborative efforts build the capacity and effectiveness of literacy services, mobilize resources to support literacy, advocate for opportunities that benefit residents at the lowest level of literacy, enhance awareness of the need for literacy services, and address the impact of literacy as it relates to health.

📚 Big news for literacy in Gary!The Gary Literacy Coalition is deeply grateful to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana for ...
07/25/2026

📚 Big news for literacy in Gary!

The Gary Literacy Coalition is deeply grateful to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana for its generous $45,000 donation supporting our Pilot Community Reading Program.

This investment will help us provide books and essential literacy resources to Gary students and families—because every child deserves the tools, encouragement, and opportunity to become a confident reader.

Thank you to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana for believing in our mission and investing in a brighter future for our community. We also thank The Times of Northwest Indiana for sharing this exciting news!

Read the full article:
https://nwitimes.com/news/local/education/article_284a326c-fc07-42c7-9222-89b8de49d23c.html

The Gary Literacy Coalition received a $45,000 check from the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana to fund a reading program that provides students with materials to support literacy.

07/23/2026
07/23/2026
📚❤️ A Day of Smiles, Stories, and New Adventures! ❤️📚The Gary Literacy Coalition was honored to partner with Booksandbuc...
07/16/2026

📚❤️ A Day of Smiles, Stories, and New Adventures! ❤️📚

The Gary Literacy Coalition was honored to partner with Booksandbuckets-Gary to help place books into the hands of young readers during the inaugural Books & Buckets Camp.

There's nothing quite like seeing the excitement on a child's face as they choose a book that sparks their imagination. Every book shared is an investment in a brighter future, helping build stronger readers, lifelong learners, and confident young leaders.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Books & Buckets founders, volunteers, community partners, and everyone who helped make this incredible week possible. Together, we're proving that when organizations unite around a common purpose, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our youth.

📸 We invite you to relive these special moments by viewing the Books & Buckets Photo Gallery, featuring highlights from our book giveaway and many unforgettable memories from camp.

👉 https://booksandbuckets.com/gallery

Thank you to everyone who continues to support literacy throughout Northwest Indiana. Together, we're turning pages, opening minds, and changing lives—one book at a time.

📖 Because every child deserves a story worth reading... and a future worth writing.

McKinley Legacy Foundation Johnny Walker WLTH Radio

Help Gary youth Read. Lead. Succeed. Register, sponsor, donate, or partner with Books & Buckets. Thank you to our private donors and sponsors.

📚🏀 The Gary Literacy Coalition is proud to support Booksandbuckets-Gary 2026! 🏀📚We're excited to partner with Books & Bu...
06/30/2026

📚🏀 The Gary Literacy Coalition is proud to support
Booksandbuckets-Gary 2026! 🏀📚

We're excited to partner with Books & Buckets, an incredible initiative that combines the power of literacy, basketball, mentorship, and community to inspire young people across Gary.

This unique experience encourages students to build confidence, strengthen their reading skills, and develop leadership through education and athletics. It's a wonderful example of organizations coming together to create brighter futures for our youth.

We encourage families, educators, volunteers, and community members to learn more, get involved, and help spread the word.

🌐 Learn more, register, volunteer, donate, or become a sponsor at:
https://booksandbuckets.com/

Together, we can help every child discover the joy of reading, teamwork, and lifelong learning.

WGVE 88.7FM WLTH Radio Johnny Walker McKinley Legacy Foundation

Help Gary youth Read. Lead. Succeed. Register, sponsor, donate, or partner with Books & Buckets. Thank you to our private donors and sponsors.

Special thanks to everyone who volunteered and partnered with us for another successful event on March 5th!Gary Commun...
03/07/2026

Special thanks to everyone who volunteered and partnered with us for another successful event on March 5th!
Gary Community School Corporation

You still have time to get to J's Breakfast Club for today's book signing with author Linda Jones!
03/07/2026

You still have time to get to J's Breakfast Club for today's book signing with author Linda Jones!

Special thanks to all who volunteered to read to young scholars in the Gary Community School Corporation !
03/04/2026

Special thanks to all who volunteered to read to young scholars in the Gary Community School Corporation !

Address

650 Grant Street
Gary, IN
46404

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12198852229

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