Annual Reports
2024 Annual Report
The Power of Persistence
LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Greetings! Persistence. That’s the key. For our scholars who have overcome so many barriers to get where they are today and yet still face more obstacles, for our teachers who are overwhelmed by the needs of the adult learners in their classrooms, for the programs...
NURTURING INNOVATION THROUGH GRANT FUNDING
The power of persistence is a driving force behind the success of First Literacy grants. These grants serve as a vital link, providing Adult Basic Education organizations with the financial resources to create innovative programs and curriculum initiatives for adult...
OUR FISCAL YEAR 2024 DONORS
First Literacy thanks the individuals, corporations, and foundations whose generosity sustains us. The following list recognizes those donors who made gifts between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024. *Notes 2024 Spelling Bee Sponsors^Notes monthly donors~Notes...
HELPING ADULT LEARNERS GROW AND FLOURISH
For many adult learners, the path to education can feel like an uphill climb, with financial barriers slowing their progress. First Literacy scholarships act as a quiet yet vital source of support, helping these individuals grow and reach their goals. This year, 43...
PROFESSSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS EMPOWER EDUCATORS AND INSPIRE CHANGE
First Literacy workshops provide educators with the resources and support to grow and improve their teaching. These sessions offer practical strategies, opportunities to connect with peers, and fresh ideas to enhance learning in the classroom. They play a vital role...
OUR IMPACT IN FISCAL YEAR 2024
Our impact and reach grew significantly in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. First Literacy programs impacted over 10,000 adult learners throughout Massachusetts. We provided 43 scholarships (our largest cohort yet) to adult learners and attendance at our professional...
HOW SUPPORTERS SOW SEEDS OF CHANGE THROUGH GENEROSITY AND VISION
Support comes in many forms—time, talent, and treasure—and each act of generosity has the power to change lives. At First Literacy, our donors are more than supporters; they are champions of a mission that changes the trajectory of adult learners and their families....
FISCAL YEAR 2024 FINANCIALS
Financials for the 2024 fiscal year starting July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024.Please note: These numbers are unaudited.