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TRI-COUNTY LITERACY CENTER INC
GLENS FALLS, NY · EIN 853125784 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE B92 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · trilitcenter.org
revenue
$121K
expenses
$95K
net assets
$89K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

IMPROVE LIVES BY FOSTERING LITERACY SKILLS AMONG MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH PRACTICAL, LEARNER-CENTERED EDUCATION. PROVIDE ADULTS IN WARREN, WASHIGNTON AND SARATOGA COUNTIES WITH NECESSARY RESOURCES AND SKILLS NEEDED TO ADVANCE THE AHIEVEMENT OF ,LITERACY GOALS WHILE ALSO PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDEPENDENCE AND ECONOMIC MOBILITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Tri-County Literacy Center provides free, learner-centered literacy education to adults in Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties in upstate New York. The organization offers tutoring in basic literacy, math, high school equivalency preparation, English as a new language, and U.S. citizenship exam readiness. Founded in 2020, it partners with local organizations and relies on volunteer tutors to promote economic mobility and independence through improved literacy skills.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Adult Literacy Tutoring
One-on-one tutoring for adults in reading, writing, and basic math skills
English as a New Language (ENL)
Free tutoring for adults learning English to improve communication and integration
High School Equivalency Preparation
Instruction and support for adults preparing to take the GED or similar exam
U.S. Citizenship Exam Preparation
Assistance with studying for and passing the U.S. naturalization test
activities · 1 group

What they do

  • Adult Literacy and ESL Tutoring 2 activities
    • Conduct tutor training and professional development
      Hosts regular in-person and virtual training sessions for volunteer tutors to support effective adult literacy instruction. Includes structured workshops and ongoing peer-led educational sessions, such as those in the "Tutor Tuesday" YouTube playlist, to build tutor capacity and improve learner outcomes.
    • Provide one-on-one adult literacy tutoring
      Offers free, individualized tutoring in literacy, English as a Second Language (ESL), high school equivalency (GED), and U.S. Citizenship exam preparation to adults in Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties. Tutoring is delivered in person or online by trained volunteer tutors and includes customized instruction based on learner needs and skill levels.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$121K
Contributions & grants$89K74%
Program service revenue$12K10%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$95K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$75K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$89K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$89K
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +38.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 7
  • ANN WHALEN — BOARD MEMBER
  • JOAN JENKIN — BOARD MEMBER
  • KIMBERLY BULLARD — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARCY DREIMILLER — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARY-ELLEN STOCKWELL — BOARD MEMBER
  • SUSAN JOHNSTON — BOARD MEMBER
  • SUSANNE MERRILL — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 30

Who they work with

  • Adirondack Trust Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund Funder — Provided a $1,000 Lend a Hand Grant for organizational supplies in 2025.
  • Crandall Public Library Partner — Partner organization of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Dollar General Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Dollar General Literacy Foundation Funder — Awarded a $10,000 grant to support adult literacy education in Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties.
  • Facebook Partner — Presence on Facebook for outreach and communication
  • Facebook Partner — Social media presence on Facebook
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform to connect with the public and share updates.
  • Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Golden Cleat Foundation Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Golub Foundation Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Instagram Partner — Presence on Instagram for outreach and communication
  • Instagram Partner — Social media presence on Instagram
  • Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram to engage with the community and promote literacy initiatives.
  • J.M. McDonald Foundation Funder — Awarded a $3,000 grant to support free literacy skills training for adults in Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties.
  • JD Irving Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Janice Cuddahee Fund Partner — Provided online tutor training workshops through its Tutor Support Project to build volunteer training capacity.
  • Literacy Volunteers of America Network — Established as a chapter of Literacy Volunteers of America in Glens Falls in 1967, reflecting historical affiliation with the national organization.
  • Meyer, Fuller & Company Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • ProLiteracy Network — Provides access to ProLiteracy resources for active tutors.
  • Queensbury Hotel Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Government — Awarded $6,000 in ARPA funds to support the organization's work.
  • Schutze Foundation Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Stewart's Shops Partner — Sponsor of the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • The Kelly Family Foundation Partner — Major donor to the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • Turan Family Foundation Partner — Major donor to the Tri-County Literacy Center
  • WSWHE BOCES Partner — Collaborates on adult education programming, including high school equivalency and ESL/Citizenship instruction.
  • YouTube Partner — Presence on YouTube for outreach and communication
  • YouTube Partner — Uses YouTube to share videos and informational content about the organization.
  • YouTube Partner — YouTube channel for the organization
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

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  • Community Partnerships for Holistic Learner Support
    methodology: two_generation_approach
    By partnering with local social service organizations, we support learners’ educational and economic goals because integrated services address non-academic barriers—such as housing, childcare, and employment—enabling sustained participation and success in literacy programs.
  • Culturally Responsive Literacy Education
    methodology: culturally_responsive_education
    By integrating cultural navigation support into language instruction, we improve outcomes for immigrants and newcomers because culturally responsive teaching builds trust, reduces barriers, and increases relevance and engagement in learning.
  • Learner-Centered Education
    methodology: learner-centered_education
    By centering instruction on individual learner needs and goals, we produce improved literacy outcomes because this approach emphasizes practical application and personal relevance, increasing engagement and retention.
  • Peer-Led Learning for Tutor Capacity
    methodology: peer-led_learning
    By using peer-led learning sessions to train and support tutors, we build sustainable volunteer capacity because shared experience and mutual learning among tutors enhance confidence, retention, and instructional quality.
  • Volunteer-Tutor Model with Training
    methodology: volunteer-tutor_model
    By recruiting and training volunteer tutors—through both in-person and virtual formats—we deliver personalized literacy instruction at scale because leveraging community volunteers increases capacity while maintaining one-on-one instructional effectiveness.