Protect Adult Education Funding
From now through June 5, we need your help to protect federal adult education funding. The Administration’s proposed FY 2027 budget again calls for eliminating this funding, which would have serious consequences for our learners and programs. This proposal is not final—Congress is now in the appropriations process, and past experience shows that coordinated advocacy works. Last year, strong participation from staff, students, volunteers, and donors helped Congress reject a similar proposal.
What you can do now:
Let our elected officials know why our programs are important to you. Need some inspiration? Here are a few words from our students.
- “Literacy Pittsburgh means support, opportunity, and a new start for me.”
- "Literacy is a powerful tool for success. Whether you want to build confidence in reading, writing, or speaking, learning English can open doors to better jobs, education, and daily life.
- “Literacy Pittsburgh was the light in the midst of the storm. They really care, and the staff – even on my bad days – were like, ‘You can still do this.’ “
Literacy Pittsburgh (formerly Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council) helps create better lives through learning. Recognized as a national leader in adult and family literacy, Literacy Pittsburgh is the largest provider of adult basic education in Allegheny and Beaver Counties. Last year, Literacy Pittsburgh helped more than 4,000 individuals acquire the skills needed to reach their fullest potential in life and participate productively in their communities. Literacy Pittsburgh provides free, personalized instruction in workforce readiness, high school diploma test preparation, digital literacy, English language learning, math, reading, and family literacy through one-to-one and small class instruction. Founded in 1982, it serves local adults through numerous neighborhood locations and its Downtown Pittsburgh Learning Center.
