Flint & Genesee Literacy Network

08/06/2026

It is still not too late!! Genesee County, start your engines! Governor Gretchen Whitmer has officially given us another reason to put books in kids’ hands this summer, and you KNOW Genesee Reads is here for it.
Check out the Summer Reading Road Trip below, complete the stops, and let’s show the rest of Michigan how Genesee County rolls when it comes to reading.

07/31/2026

This Saturday = the place to be! 🎉
Celebrate 25 years of LTCC with live music, Latin food & family fun.💛

07/30/2026

Genesee County Families:
It’s time to apply for the 2026-2027 school year! Discover an Early Head Start, Head Start of GSRP program near you. Many families may qualify at no cost. Learn more by visiting www.591kids.org or calling 810-591-KIDS.

06/25/2026

Beyond PROUD of you, Vanessa! Thank you for your service to FGLN and our families 💚

Genesee County Literacy Coalition is proud to announce Vanessa Merlo Galeano as the recipient of the 2026 Danielle Brown Scholarship.Vanessa's journey embodies the spirit of this scholarship through her commitment to education, leadership, and service to others. A former participant in family litera...

06/04/2026

Are you a retired teacher in Genesee County looking for a meaningful way to give back - just one hour a week? In-Person New Tutor Orientation Will Take Place Wednesday, June 10: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM at Mott Community College
Register here: https://qrco.de/bg6ZWG

The Flint & Genesee Literacy Network is seeking volunteer tutors to help adults improve their reading, writing, math, or English language skills.

No teaching or tutoring experience is required! We provide all training and materials, match you with a learner, and offer optional online certification courses.

If you're age 55 or older, you may also qualify for special volunteer incentive programs.

A small commitment can make a life-changing difference for someone in our community.

Interested? Reach out to us directly or learn more through the link below!

05/27/2026

Support Adult Literacy in Genesee County. Become a Volunteer Tutor. Learners are currently waiting for tutors!
In-Person New Tutor Orientation Will Take Place Wednesday, June 10: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM at Mott Community College
Register here: https://qrco.de/bg6ZWG

05/04/2026

Today we celebrate an incredible milestone of a very special member of the FGLN family 💚 Please join us in congratulating Ladelvin Walker. From learner to leader, her journey reflects the power of perseverance and the impact of education, and we have had the privilege of witnessing every step of it. LaDelvin, we are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished!!

LaDelvin’s journey began as a participant in family literacy programming and grew into four years of service as FGLN’s first AmeriCorps member and Family Advocate. Along the way, she earned her GED, received the ProLiteracy Colvin & Laubach Award for Adult Learner Excellence in 2019, and served as a Workforce Literacy Coach at the Talent Development Center for GST Michigan Works! throughout her post-secondary education. She graduated from MCC in 2023 and now celebrates earning her Bachelor of Social Work from UM-Flint. She is continuing directly into her Master of Social Work program, carrying forward her commitment to uplifting others.

04/07/2026

Join us this Saturday for the FINAL 25-26 Community Read Celebration at Gloria Coles Flint Public Library, 11am-1pm. And don't forget to nominate a book for next year's Community Read!

We're looking for suggestions for out next read! Tell us your suggestions: https://forms.gle/7iYNSsHj6qCKxrqQ7