Adult Basic Literacy

Adult literacy is difficult to measure since adults are not required to take regular standardized tests. While having a high school diploma functions as an indicator of adult literacy, that does not mean that everyone with a high school diploma has the literacy skills needed for daily life and sustainable employment.

OIC of Oklahoma County

OIC of Oklahoma County offers free one-on-one tutoring to students age 16 and above. Students typically meet with a tutor 1.5 hours once per week at the OIC building between 9am and 4pm weekdays. Tutoring is offered year-round and students may begin anytime. 3033 North Walnut Ave., OKC (near the State Capitol). To sign up, call 405-235-2651.

Community Literacy Centers

Community Literacy Centers offer free classes taught by certified teachers throughout the Metro. Classes are usually two days per week and meet for two hours each time, from September to May. Call 405-524-7323 to enroll.

Literacy Link

Literacy Link offers free one-on-one tutoring in the Midwest City Library, 8143 E. Reno Ave, Midwest City. Students typically meet with a tutor for 1.5 hours once per week. Year-round. Call 405-732-2737 and leave a message to request an initial appointment.

  • Success Stories – Chantel

    Chantel is celebrating passing the GED! At 19, Chantel has taken steps to learn and grow in order to move into the adult world of self-sufficiency. Your assistance made this step possible for Chantel. The GED exam is taken on a computer. The cost for that exam in total is about $150.00, and Chantel did not have the money. Oklahoma City Metro Literacy Coalition has a GED exam fee fund. Money well spent! Over the last few years, your donations have helped many people like Chantel.

  • Success Stories – John

    John, a youth minister from a local church, called in search of literacy materials for members of his congregation. John has tutored several members and as a result has helped improve the skills needed to pass the GED exam.

  • Success Stories – Margaret

    Margaret, a retired military veteran needed help to improve her reading to a level that would enable her to pass a physical therapy certification exam. Margaret is now attending literacy classes and is getting the help she needs to be self-sufficient and successful in a new career.