named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Literacy Programs
Offers one-on-one and small group tutoring for adults 16+ in reading, math, English language (ESL/ESOL), digital literacy, high school equivalency (GED) preparation, and pre-employment training, with flexible scheduling and free tuition.
Infant and Toddler Book Club
Monthly family literacy program at the Macedon Public Library that combines story time with hands-on enrichment activities focused on fine motor skills, sensory play, and early learning concepts for children from infancy through toddlerhood.
Our Community Reads
School-based literacy program operating in 9 of 11 Wayne County school districts, providing weekly Reading Rounds in Pre-K through 5th grade classrooms and hosting Family Fun Literacy Nights with book giveaways to promote reading engagement among children and families.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Adult Literacy and ESL Tutoring 4 activities
- Adult literacy tutoring programProvides one-to-one and small group tutoring to adult learners to improve reading, writing, English language, and math skills across foundational to advanced levels. Tutoring sessions are held weekly for at least two hours over a minimum of four months, with learners completing at least 30 in-person hours before program completion.
- Flexible adult learning servicesOffers flexible scheduling and location options for adult learners to accommodate busy schedules and transportation needs, ensuring accessibility to literacy programs.
- Literacy volunteer recruitment and trainingConducts volunteer orientation sessions and offers facilitated online tutor training through Literacy New York, including mandatory core training. Engages volunteers in tutoring, in-school reading, outreach, fundraising, and operational support roles.
- Support for literacy tutors and learnersProvides curated external learning resources for tutors, including access to the 'News for You' online newspaper and the Thinknology Reading Library with high-interest reading passages for adult learners.
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Early Literacy Promotion 2 activities
- Children's literacy programs in schoolsConducts weekly Reading Rounds in Pre-K through 5th grade classrooms and delivers reading enrichment activities to over 3,000 students across nine school districts in Wayne County. Programs are led by trained readers and include story time and interactive literacy events.
- Early childhood literacy initiativesDistributes Early Literacy Gift Bags to newborns in Wayne County, including board books, a sample library card application, and caregiver reading tips. Also produces weekly story time videos for use by families and educators.
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Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
- Digital and workplace skills training for adultsProvides digital literacy instruction covering basic computer use, file management, software applications, and job application drafting. Also offers customized pre-employment training for local business employees or job seekers to improve workplace safety and productivity.
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Summer and Seasonal Reading Programs 1 activity
- Family and community literacy eventsHosts Family Fun Literacy Nights, Pumpkin Walk events, and co-hosts the Infant and Toddler Book Club to engage families in literacy development. Events include storytelling, book giveaways, and hands-on activities for children and caregivers.
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High School Equivalency Preparation 1 activity
- High School Equivalency (HSE) exam preparationOffers individualized tutoring and support to help adult learners prepare for and pass the High School Equivalency (HSE) exam.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Internship and career exploration opportunitiesOffers unpaid internships for college students and others to gain career exploration experience while supporting literacy programs.
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Youth Writing Contests & Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Youth creative writing and reading programsOrganizes a creative writing contest for youth in grades 6–12 with a $100 grand prize, and implements the Our Community Reads Program in partnership with elementary schools, including family engagement and book giveaways to support early reading development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$368K
Contributions & grants$141K38%
Program service revenue$226K61%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$164
expenses
Total expenses$327K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$261K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$456K
Cash$393K
Investments$0
Liabilities$20K
Net assets$436K
Liquid reserves14.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -4.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| HEIDI SCHWITTEK BARNES | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (BEGIN 10/1/24) | 40 | $51K |
| CHRISTOPHER EDGAR | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (UNTIL 9/30/24) | 40 | $15K |
board members · 8
- ANDREA CRESTUK — DIRECTOR (UNTIL 10/24)
- ARLENE CRESTUK — VICE PRESIDENT (UNTIL 12/24)
- CHRISTINE MIZRO — DIRECTOR (UNTIL 1/25)
- GRETCHEN ANTHONY — DIRECTOR (BEGINNING 9/24)
- HEATHER CHAPMAN — DIRECTOR (BEGINNING 9/24)
- LORI MALINOWSKI — PRESIDENT (UNTIL 9/24)
- PETER BUMP — TREASURER
- VIRGINIA GINNY KEENAN — SECRETARY (UNTIL 8/24)
relationships · 34
Who they work with
- ACCES-VR Partner — Collaborates to provide pre-employment training for adults and youth with disabilities; learners must be referred by ACCES-VR.
- Adult Literacy League Partner — Maintains a resource list shared by LV Wayne County for tutor support.
- Alasa Farms & Cracker Box Palace Partner — Collaborates on weekly story time videos featuring rescued farm animals during school closures.
- Catholic Family Center of Rochester Partner — Authorized local provider of citizenship and immigration assistance, referenced as a resource for learners.
- Literacy Assistance Center Partner — Maintains a resource list shared by LV Wayne County for tutor support.
- Literacy Nassau Partner — Maintains a resource list shared by LV Wayne County for tutor support.
- Literacy New York Network — Member of Literacy New York on the state level
- Literacy New York Partner — Provides facilitated online tutor training, including core training required for LVWC tutors.
- Literacy Northern New York Partner — Maintains a resource list shared by LV Wayne County for tutor support.
- Lyons Elementary School Partner — Partnered with Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County on the Our Community Reads Program to promote early reading skills and family engagement.
- Lyons National Bank Partner — Served as a Literacy Supporter Sponsor in the 2023-2024 and 2022-2023 sponsorship campaigns.
- Macedon Public Library Partner — Hosts the Infant and Toddler Book Club program as a program location.
- Marshall Farms Group Partner — Corporate sponsor of the Wayne County Rotary Bee-Cathalon 2023.
- Newark Family Dental Partner — Sponsored the Family Fun Literacy team in the Wayne County Rotary Bee-Cathalon 2023.
- Newark Rotary Club Partner — Sponsored the Newark Rotary team in the Wayne County Rotary Bee-Cathalon 2023.
- Newark-Wayne Community Hospital Partner — Partner in distributing Early Literacy Gift Bags to families of newborns.
- OtherWisz Creative Partner — Designed the organization's website.
- OtherWisz Creative Partner — Website design and development partner
- OtherWisz Creative Partner — Website design partner for Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County
- OtherWisz Creative Partner — Website design partner for Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County.
- ProLiteracy Network — Affiliate of ProLiteracy at the national level
- ProLiteracy Network — Source of online courses and resources for tutors and adult learners through the ProLiteracy Education Network.
- R.E. Ginna Nuclear Power Plant Partner — Co-sponsor of the Wayne County Rotary Bee-Cathalon 2023.
- Reliant Credit Union Partner — Co-sponsor of the Wayne County Rotary Bee-Cathalon 2023.
- The Arc Wayne Partner — Listed as an other donor supporting Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County.
- The Arc Wayne Partner — Recognized as a donor and supporter of Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County.
- Tompkins Learning Partners Partner — Maintains a resource list shared by LV Wayne County for tutor support.
- United Way of Wayne County Partner — Local Community Partner Agency of the United Way of Wayne County
- Wayne County Community Schools Partner — Co-hosts the Infant and Toddler Book Club with Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County.
- Wayne County Community Schools Partner — Cooperates with Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County to deliver the Infant and Toddler Book Club program.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Supported Volunteer Tutoring Modelmethodology: volunteer_driven_instructionBy training and supporting community volunteers to deliver instruction, we expand access to literacy education because local engagement builds trust, increases program sustainability, and leverages community assets to meet learner needs.
- Contextualized Experiential Learningmethodology: experiential_learningBy embedding literacy instruction in real-world contexts—such as medical visits, amusement parks, or art classes—we strengthen skill retention and application because learners practice reading, numeracy, and decision-making in authentic, meaningful situations.
- Family and Intergenerational Literacy Engagementmethodology: family_literacyBy supporting children and their parents simultaneously in literacy development, we break intergenerational cycles of low literacy because family-based learning reinforces skills across generations and increases home-based educational engagement.
- One-to-One Learner-Centered Tutoringmethodology: learner_centered_instructionBy providing individualized, one-to-one tutoring tailored to each adult learner's goals and needs, we improve literacy outcomes because personalized instruction increases engagement, relevance, and self-efficacy in foundational skill development.