Literacy Initiative


 

Central New York is the birthplace of the modern adult literacy movement. Yet in Central New York where many literacy services were pioneered, the problem of illiteracy continues for thousands of citizens. The inability to read, write and do basic calculations continues to erode people's hopes for a brighter future. Without functional literacy skills, our neighbors, families and whole community remain vulnerable and at a disadvantage in today's global economy.

To tackle this issue, people from our community - from diverse backgrounds and occupations, public, private and the not-for-profit sector – have been coming together to find new solutions through the Literacy Coalition of Onondaga County.

Learn more about the Literacy Coalition of Onondaga County at their website.



Check out the most recent Literacy Coalition newsletter here!

Our 85th Anniversary
The Central New York Community Foundation is celebrating its 85th Anniversary with various celebrations and grantmaking opportunities over the course of 2012.

The CNY85 Giving Project

The CNY85 Giving Project will award grants to projects that are addressing Central New York's greatest needs. Winners will be decided by public vote. Learn More

The CNY85 Collaborative Impact Prize
The CNY85 Collaborative Impact Prize will award a special one-time grant of $85,000 to a project will that support the implementation of an innovative, collaborative, cross-sector solution to a critical community issue. Learn More
Newsletter

Spring 2012 Smart Giving

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Apply for a Grant
For information about applying for a Literacy Grant, please contact John G. Eberle, our Program Officer.