Everyone Has the Right to Read
We provide free, one-on-one reading and English tutoring to adults in and around Washington County, Maryland.
How We help adults learn to read, write, and speak english.
One-on-one reading & Adult Basic Education Support
English Conversation & ELL Support
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Become a Volunteer
Our Mission: Helping Adults Learn to Read and Succeed
Be Part of Changing Lives Through Literacy
Support adults in and around Washington County by volunteering, donating, or advocating for the right to read.
Supporting Adult Learners Across Washington County and beyond.
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.
News, Events, and Announcements
Read the latest updates, events, and announcements from the Literacy Council of Washington County, Maryland.
Tutor Talk Newsletter – October 2026
The October 2026 Tutor Talk Newsletter from the Literacy Council of Washington County: a thank-you for the September 30th basket raffle at Hub City Brewery, a GOAL Classes spotlight, a new partnership with the ENOUGH Initiative and an immediate need for volunteer tutors, and ENOUGH multilingual family services.
Tutor Talk Newsletter – September 2026
The September 2026 Tutor Talk Newsletter from the Literacy Council of Washington County: the MD Department of Labor’s 11th Virtual Training Institute (Sept 16–18), a Refugee Welcome Network recap, the Ride United transportation resource, and LCWC’s Raffle Fundraiser on September 30th.

Take the first step toward reading, learning, and opportunity
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