Get Involved

Small actions can make a big difference. Get involved and help make Illinois the most literacy-forward state in the nation.

Become a Volunteer Tutor

 

Have you ever thought about helping someone learn to read or write? As a volunteer tutor, you can do just that! 

 

We can connect you with a tutoring program that fits your schedule. You can tutor online or in person, for just 30 minutes or up to 40 hours a week. It’s up to you. 

 

Ready to help? Complete the form to be connected to a tutoring program in your area.

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Share Your Skills

 

Do you have special skills that could help others? You can use them to help support literacy in Illinois.

 

We're always looking for individuals and businesses to share their skills and professional services. Here are some ways you can help:

  • Administrative Support

  • Catering

  • Childcare

  • Event Support

  • Facility Maintenance

  • Financial Services

  • Graphic Design

  • HR Consulting

  • Legal Services

  • Marketing 

  • Networking

  • Research        

  • Strategy Consulting

  • Tech Support

  • Transportation

  • Translation 

  • Website Support

  • Writing and Editing

Ready to help? Complete the form to share your skills.

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Build a Little Free Library

 

Imagine a library that’s open all the time—no memberships, no late fees, just free books for everyone.

 

That’s what a Little Free Library is: a public book-sharing box where anyone can take a book or leave a book. Want to start one in your community? Learn more on the Little Free Library website.

 

 

Organize a Book Drive

 

Help get books into the hands of those who need them. Organize a book drive in your school, community, or workplace. 

 

Here are some of our favorite groups that accept book donations:

 

  • Book Driver. Non-children’s books, DVDs, vinyl records, CDs, and video games.

 

The Illinois State Library in Springfield and several local public library branches also accept book donations.

Host an ILF Speaker at Your Event

 

Looking for an inspiring speaker for your school, work, or community event? We can help. Please give us 4 weeks-notice so we can plan the best possible program.

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Get Your Business Involved

 

Businesses play a big role in supporting literacy. Whether your business is big or small, there are ways you can help.

 

  • Encourage your employees to become literacy tutors

  • If your workplace sponsors a day of service, volunteer at one of our partner literacy organizations

  • Organize a donation drive, read-a-thon, or book drive

  • Donate gently-used electronics or furniture

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We're here to help and answer your questions about literacy in Illinois.

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