named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
After-School Workshops
Virtual and in-person professional development sessions on topics such as student voice and discussion strategies
Annual Conference
Professional development event featuring keynote speakers, workshops, and networking; co-hosted with NRC
Kenneth F. Gambone Writing Contest
Annual student writing contest for grades 4, 7, and 10; entries submitted by LILAC member teachers
Mini-Grant Program
Annual program awarding two $500 grants—one for elementary and one for secondary teachers—to support innovative English language arts instruction
Winter Professional Development and Networking Event
Workshop series focused on cross-genre literacy instruction and teacher collaboration
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Writing Contests & Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Administering a student writing contestHosts an annual writing contest for students in grades 4, 7, and 10 that requires two writing samples per entry: a timed response and a self-selected portfolio piece, promoting excellence in student writing.
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Teacher & Classroom Innovation Grants 1 activity
- Awarding mini-grants to support English language arts instructionFunds two annual mini-grants of $500 each through a competitive application process, one for elementary and one for secondary education, to support innovative English language arts and literacy initiatives.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Distributing newsletters to membersProduces and distributes three newsletters per year to keep members informed about upcoming events, grant opportunities, and member achievements.
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Educator Conferences & Professional Development Events 1 activity
- Hosting annual conferences and networking events for educatorsOrganizes an annual conference and a fall meet-and-greet event to facilitate professional development, networking, and knowledge sharing among language arts educators, including presentations by prior mini-grant recipients.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Organizing professional development workshops for educatorsProvides after-school and virtual professional development workshops for language arts educators, focusing on topics such as cross-genre literacy instruction and best practices in teaching.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognizing outstanding educators and student writersHosts an annual spring luncheon to recognize and honor exceptional educators and student writers through formal awards.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$64K
Contributions & grants$5001%
Program service revenue$54K85%
Investment income——
Other revenue$83
expenses
Total expenses$56K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$1K
balance sheet
Total assets$142K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$138K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +16.3%
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Bedford, Freeman & Worth Partner — Sponsoring organization for the 2025 Winter Professional Development and Networking Event.
- Bulk Bookstore Partner — Sponsor of the LILAC 2026 Annual Conference.
- Laurence Bard Partner — Cosponsor of the LILAC 2026 Annual Conference.
- NRC Partner — Co-hosts the annual conference with NRC
- New York State English Council Partner — Collaborates to honor Educators of Excellence at the annual spring luncheon.
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.
- Curated Thematic Literacy Integrationmethodology: curated_thematic_approachBy using a curated, thematic approach to integrate fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and visual texts, we strengthen cross-genre literacy skills because thematic coherence enables students to make meaningful connections across diverse texts and contexts.
- Human-Centered Literacy Instructionmethodology: human-centered literacyBy integrating evidence-based reading instruction with creative, human-centered expression, we foster deeper student engagement in ELA classrooms because meaning-making through identity and creativity strengthens both literacy and motivation.
- Reflective Writing for Critical Empowermentmethodology: reflective writingBy employing self-reflective writing as a pedagogical tool, we develop students' critical thinking and personal empowerment because connecting literacy to self-expression fosters metacognition and agency in learning.
- Student-Centered Pedagogical Modelsmethodology: student-centered discussionBy using collaborative and discussion-based strategies such as Socratic seminars, jigsaw activities, and hexagonal thinking, we elevate student voice and critical engagement because peer-facilitated discourse promotes ownership and deeper understanding of texts.