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Since 1982, Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County (LVSSC) has offered literary services to adults who want to improve their functional reading, writing, and English-speaking skills.  LVSSC is a member of ProLiteracy, the largest adult literacy organization in the United States, and has been recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization. 

ABOUT LVSSC

Welcome to Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County where literacy is at the heart of everything we do.
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Our Vision

Every adult in South Sarasota County desiring to improve their English literacy skills will receive appropriate learning opportunities in a timely fashion.

With these improved skills, our students will reach their full potential as members of the workforce, our community and in their personal family life.

Our Mission

It is the mission of LVSSC to provide men and women of our region with the English literacy skills needed to reach their full potential as individuals, parents, workforce participants and as citizens. This is accomplished through a variety of teaching methods including one-on-one tutoring, student chats, classroom group learning and an online learning system.

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Meet Our Part-Time Staff

At LVSCC, we believe that literacy is essential to creating a better world, and we are passionate about helping people improve their reading and writing skills

Karen Bridegam
Karen Bridegam

North Port Literacy Coordinator