Literacy Council of Washington County, MD

Empowering Lives

Everyone Has the Right to Read

We provide free, one-on-one reading and English tutoring to adults in and around Washington County, Maryland.

Upcoming Event

Raffle Fundraiser – September 30th

Join us Wednesday, September 30th from 4–6 PM at Hub City Brewery in Hagerstown for an evening of refreshments, raffle prizes, and community – all supporting adult literacy in Washington County. Free event, cash bar available.

Our Services

How We help adults learn to read, write, and speak english.

All services are free and available to adults in and around Washington County, Maryland.

01.

One-on-one reading & Adult Basic Education Support

Free, personalized tutoring to help adults reach their education goals.

02.

English Conversation & ELL Support

Practice speaking English in a supportive, welcoming environment.

03.

Become a Volunteer

Learn how to support adult learners through training and ongoing guidance.

About Us

Our Mission: Helping Adults Learn to Read and Succeed

Founded in 1986, the Literacy Council of Washington County, Maryland has helped adults improve reading, writing, and English skills through free, one-on-one tutoring.

Our mission is simple: to support adults in gaining the skills they need to build confidence, independence, and opportunity.

Be Part of Changing Lives Through Literacy

Support adults in and around Washington County by volunteering, donating, or advocating for the right to read.

Our Impact

Supporting Adult Learners Across Washington County and beyond.

Our Impact

Why Choose Us

What Makes the Literacy council different

Personalized, One-on-One Support

Every student receives individualized tutoring focused on their goals and needs.

Supportive Community Learning

Students are supported by trained volunteers in a welcoming, encouraging environment.

Trained and Dedicated Volunteers

Volunteers receive training and ongoing support to help students succeed.

All services are provided at no cost to adult students in and around Washington County, Maryland

Latest Updates

News, Events, and Announcements

Read the latest updates, events, and announcements from the Literacy Council of Washington County, Maryland.

Tutor Talk Newsletter – August 2026

August 7, 2026

The August 2026 Tutor Talk Newsletter from the Literacy Council of Washington County: GOAL student recruitment ahead of the September 8th launch, a $5,000 NiSource/Columbia Gas grant, and an August 26th Community Partner Spotlight on the Refugee Welcome Network.

Tutor Talk Newsletter – July 2026

August 7, 2026

The July 2026 Tutor Talk Newsletter from the Literacy Council of Washington County: introducing the GOAL initiative for fall 2026, a call for a second GOAL teacher, and a Student Spotlight letter from Neda.

Tutor Talk Newsletter – June 2026

August 7, 2026

The June 2026 Tutor Talk Newsletter from the Literacy Council of Washington County: tutor and student success stories, a Tutor Spotlight on Jean Thomas, six free language-learning resources, and the June 22nd Ice Cream Social.

Join Us Today

Take the first step toward reading, learning, and opportunity

Get help, volunteer, or support adult literacy in and around Washington County, Maryland today