On November 8th First Literacy was featured in The Boston Globe. The story features how a First Literacy Scholarship helped First Literacy scholar Ciro Valiente achieve his dream. The article also...
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Driven To Achieve More And Be More
First Literacy continuing scholars know first hand that working towards dreams and goals is not an easy feat. Many of our scholars are the first in their family to attend college, many are working...
Overcoming Obstacles Determined To Reach Their Goals
Imagine for a moment that you just moved to another country and you do not speak or understand the language. You don't have a job, and you have very little money in your pocket. Where do you begin?...
The Ripple Effect of Our Work
A Note From Executive Director, Terry Witherell I want to share with you a moving experience that I recently witnessed here at First Literacy. We have started another year of our Professional...
Welcoming Our New Executive Director
First Literacy is delighted to announce its new Executive Director, Terry Witherell. Terry brings over 25 years of experience in leadership, fundraising, and organizational management. Terry joins...
Mayor Flynn Saw A Need, First Literacy Filled It
Former Boston Mayor Raymond Flynn understood that Boston was, and would always be, a city that welcomes immigrants. To meet the needs of these immigrant families and all Boston residents, Mayor...