Frequently Asked Questions
What is America's Literacy Directory?
America's Literacy Directory (ALD) is a web site that allows
users to find local literacy providers in all 50 states and
the U.S. territories. The ALD includes literacy programs for
adults, children, and families. You can also search the ALD
for volunteer opportunities in your neighborhood.
By entering an address or a ZIP code, you can find detailed
information about area literacy programs and the services they
offer. You can also generate a map and driving directions for
all programs listed in the ALD.
In addition, the ALD includes a directory of state and local
hotlines and contacts.
What kind of information is available in America's Literacy Directory?
Detailed Information for each program in the ALD includes
phone and fax numbers; mailing, e-mail and website addresses;
types of services and instruction offered; days and time of
instruction; and information on public transportation and
fees.
How can I add my literacy program to America's Literacy Directory?
Individual literacy providers can add their program to the ALD by
filling out the logging on to the admin
portion of the site.
Who do I contact if the information on the website is incorrect or needs to be updated?
If you find incorrect or missing data in America's Literacy Directory,
you can send us an email or log on to the admin
portion of the site and update your program.
Who created America's Literacy Directory?
America's Literacy Directory is a service brought to you by the National Institute for Literacy.
Where did the current data in America's Literacy Directory
come from?
The National Institute for Literacy worked with a variety of national, state, and local literacy organizations to gather data for America’s Literacy Directory.
Where can I find information and resources on literacy?
To find additional information and resources on literacy, visit
www.nifl.gov/lincs
LINCS (Literacy Information and Communication
System), a web service brought to you by the National Institute for
Literacy, features multimedia curricula developed by practitioners,
special collections on major literacy topics, the latest
literacy-related research and statistics, opportunities for
communicating with colleagues directly and through on-line discussion
groups, and the best peer-reviewed ABE and literacy sites in the U.S.
and beyond.
Do the literacy programs listed in the ALD charge a fee?
Each literacy program has a different policy regarding fees. Many programs are free. To see if a program charges a fee, look in the detailed information section for that program.
