Literacy Pittsburgh

10/09/2026

NEW CLASS at Literacy Pittsburgh! English and Civics Education can help you build your English skills and learn about U.S. civics. You can also meet with a career counselor, find job training opportunities and expand your computer skills. All free of charge! Classes are offered online and in-person and meet twice a week for three months. Call 412-393-7600 to register for the next session. Note: This class is best suited for higher-level English language learners.

10/08/2026

Boost your financial well-being! Join Literacy Pittsburgh, NexTier Bank, and BNY for Money Matters: Financial Empowerment Pop-Up Event on October 21, 2026, , from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, at Literacy Pittsburgh's Downtown Center. Enjoy music, raffles, and food while learning about credit scores, budgeting, safe banking, and more! NexTier Bank will be on hand to help you open a free checking account. The first 100 registered participants who open an account will receive $50 from Literacy Pittsburgh! Get more details and register at www.literacypittsburgh.org/money-matters

10/07/2026

Thinking about becoming a volunteer tutor? You won’t be doing it alone! 🤝✨

As Literacy Pittsburgh expands into Washington, Butler, and Westmoreland counties (alongside Allegheny and Beaver!), we're sharing a behind-the-scenes look at how we support our amazing volunteer tutors every step of the way.

From 1:1 coaching with a Tutoring Specialist and dedicated Program Coordinators to ready-to-use lesson plans and 24/7 online resources, we make sure you have everything you need to succeed.

As one of our tutors shared, the best part is "being told I make a difference in someone’s life." 💙

10/06/2026

Help children in grades K-3 in the Pittsburgh area improve their reading skills and self-confidence as a volunteer literacy tutor. Get details at: https://www.literacypittsburgh.org/school-tutoring/

10/05/2026

Jim and MQ attended the Greene County CareerLink Awareness Day event. They listened to participants to assess the area's need and appetite for our digital skills classes. We are so excited to launch free computer classes in Washington and Greene counties. Stay tuned for schedules and locations.

10/02/2026

Teacher Alyse and her English language learning students recently hosted a fall + end of cycle 1 celebration! Students brought in global cuisine from their home countries for the class to enjoy. We played games and celebrated their English progress!

10/01/2026

We are thrilled to bring back One Big Table: An International Tasting on Thursday, March 18 at Nova Place!

More than a celebration, One Big Table supports Literacy Pittsburgh’s mission of better lives through learning. Your participation helps adults in our community build the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to create a brighter future.

Join us for this culturally immersive event featuring international cuisine, captivating entertainment, and diverse art forms. Get details and your tickets at onebigtablepgh.com

Enjoy food samplings from many different cultures, entertainment with a global flair, and an artisan market to benefit education programs in Pittsburgh, PA, and Southerwestern Pennsylvania. Get details here.

09/30/2026

Why do our tutors love what they do? ❤️ Watch to find out! Become a tutor today at literacypittsburgh.org/volunteer!

09/29/2026

"Summertime Vania was a fabulous facilitator for our July retreat. She was prepared, she was engaging, she was and is delightful. Vania also worked to make the staff awards a success. Her contributions really helped elevate the mood and engagement at the retreat." Nominated by Carey.

"Vania was willing to step in with less than 24 hours notice to meet a student for a TABE Battery when I became ill in the last week of the program year. I cannot thank her enough for this major assist!" Nominated by Miranda.

09/25/2026

We’re expanding! Tutors are needed for Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Westmoreland, and Washington counties! You can help someone in your community build a bridge to a better life. Find out more at www.literacypittsburgh.org/literacy-volunteer