On August 27 the Office of Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will host the 2025 First Literacy Scholarship Ceremony at Boston City Hall. The ceremony will celebrate 29 adult learners who were awarded First Literacy Scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year.
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The Case for Adult Literacy: The Importance of Public and Private Investment
Literacy impacts and is correlated with several important outcomes such as personal income, employment levels, health, and overall economic growth. Despite the profound implications, adult basic education (ABE) programs are vastly underfunded, especially by government sources.
Lindsay Bishop Elected to First Literacy Board of Directors
First Literacy is pleased to announce the appointment of Lindsay Bishop to the board of directors. Bishop resides in Southborough and is a Partner at K&L Gates. Bishop joined the First Literacy Board effective July 1, 2025, and will serve alongside sixteen additional members of the board.
Parent Literacy: Impact on Children’s Success and Summer Learning
School’s out and summer is here! While families enjoy beach days, BBQs, and poolside fun, many parents also find themselves stepping in as summer reading teachers. For parents who struggle with low literacy, staying on top of reading during the summer months can be challenging for both the child and parent.
First Literacy Awards Over $38,000 in Grants to Eight Organizations
First Literacy recently announced their 2025-2026 grant recipients. Eight organizations were awarded grants to carry out innovative initiatives that will impact adult learners across Massachusetts. In total, $38,523 in grant funds were distributed to nonprofits with new and innovative Adult Basic Education or English Language Learning projects.
Rising Above: First Literacy Scholars Graduate and Look Ahead to the Future
Graduation marks more than just the end of a school chapter, for First Literacy scholars; it represents triumph over adversity, a renewed sense of purpose, and the beginning of new opportunities. This year, we proudly celebrate six scholars who earned college degrees and certificates despite facing immense challenges.