Our mission is to equip our community to pursue opportunities by facilitating equitable access to literacy across the lifespan.

OUR VISION

A community where everyone has abundant opportunities through the empowerment and freedom that literacy provides.

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

Organizational Success: Optimize our internal operations to enhance team culture, employee satisfaction, and the effectiveness and efficiency of our literacy programs. This will involve implementing a robust data management system, aligning staff roles with strategic goals, and standardizing procedures to ensure a cohesive and impactful delivery of services.

Community Outreach: Expand our reach by providing comprehensive literacy resources and services. This will involve targeted outreach efforts to engage key groups and neighborhoods, fostering a culture of literacy and lifelong learning.

Strategic Partnerships: Establish LMS as the central coordinator for literacy efforts in the Mid-South region by organizing and hosting events and activities that unite diverse organizations. These partnerships will focus on promoting literacy throughout all stages of life, from early childhood to adulthood.

Literacy Development: Strengthen and enhance our literacy programs to empower individuals of all ages. By focusing on tailored educational initiatives that improve literacy outcomes for students, adults, and entire communities, fostering personal and collective growth.

Financial Sustainability: Diversify our revenue streams to ensure long-term financial health and stability. We will explore various funding opportunities, including grants, donations, and partnerships, to build a robust and sustainable financial portfolio.

Get involved!

Achieving literacy for all helps our entire community thrive, but it takes us all to make it possible.

If you are inspired and motivated to help create a better tomorrow for Memphis and Shelby County, we invite you to join the many individuals and organizations working with Literacy Mid-South to make a difference as adult tutors, volunteers, and partners who champion literacy in our community.

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