named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Basic Literacy
One-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in reading, writing, and math for native English speakers below an 8th-grade level.
Conversation Groups
Community-based groups led by trained tutors to help English learners practice speaking and learn about American culture and daily life.
ELL – English Language Learners
Tutoring and conversation groups for non-native English speakers to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
GED and Citizenship Exam Preparation
Instruction and support for learners preparing to take the GED or U.S. citizenship exams.
Intensive Reading Remediation Program – Basic Literacy Foundations
An intensive tutoring program using Reading Horizons and other proven resources to improve foundational literacy skills.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Adult Literacy and ESL Tutoring 2 activities
- Adult literacy tutoring and instructionProvides free one-on-one tutoring and small group classes for adult learners in reading, writing, math, and GED preparation, focusing on those with skills below an 8th grade level. Services are delivered across a 3,500+ square mile area in Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren, and Washington counties through professional staff and trained volunteer tutors.
- Curated online learning resources for literacy and ELLProvides a curated list of online resources to support tutors and learners in adult literacy and English language learning programs.
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ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
- English Language Learning (ELL) instruction and conversation groupsOffers individual tutoring, small group classes, and conversation groups to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills for English Language Learners. Programs are hosted in community spaces such as libraries and churches to support practical English fluency, survival skills, and cultural integration.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$1K
Contributions & grants$1K100%
Program service revenue——
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expenses
Total expenses$41K
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Fundraising—
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Grants paid out$36K
balance sheet
Total assets$6K
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Net assets$5K
4 years on record · 2019–2022 · YoY revenue -96.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
board members · 3
- ANTHONY GADDY — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL KATZ — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD RIVERA — DIRECTOR
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Bruegger's Bagels Partner — Supporting partner of Literacy New York Greater Capital Region, as indicated by logo presence on the website.
- Churches in the Capital Region Partner — Hosts small group instruction and conversation groups for adult learners.
- Classroom Enrichment Partner — Partner organization supporting Literacy New York Greater Capital Region, as indicated by logo presence on the website.
- Discovery Education Partner — Resource partner providing activities and lesson plans for basic literacy tutors.
- Dollar General Literacy Foundation Funder — Financial supporter of Literacy New York Greater Capital Region, as indicated by logo presence on the organization's website.
- Libraries in the Capital Region Partner — Hosts small group instruction and conversation groups for adult learners.
- Literacy NENY Partner — Former independent organization that merged with Literacy Volunteers of America—Mohawk/Hudson to form Literacy New York Greater Capital Region.
- Literacy New York Network — Accredited affiliate of Literacy New York.
- Literacy Volunteers of America—Mohawk/Hudson Partner — Former independent organization that merged with Literacy NENY to form Literacy New York Greater Capital Region.
- Literary Volunteers Partner — Refers learners to literacy tutoring services.
- Rotary Partner — Partner organization supporting Literacy New York Greater Capital Region, as indicated by logo presence on the website.
- Times Union Weekly (TUW) Partner — Partner organization supporting Literacy New York Greater Capital Region, as indicated by logo presence on the website.
- Tri-County United Way Network — Member agency of Tri-County United Way.
- United Way of The Greater Capital Region Network — Member agency of United Way of The Greater Capital Region.
- Verizon Thinkfinity Partner — Resource partner offering free lesson plans and educational materials through the Verizon Foundation.
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-Integrated Learning Approachmethodology: community-based learningBy situating literacy instruction in community spaces and using real-life tasks, we build both skills and confidence because learning in familiar, low-barrier environments reduces stigma and increases practical application.
- Learner-Centered Education Modelmethodology: learner-centered educationBy personalizing literacy instruction to individual goals and needs, we improve engagement and learning outcomes because learners are more motivated when content is relevant to their lives and aspirations.
- Literacy as Empowerment and Freedommethodology: literacy-for-empowermentBy teaching literacy as a foundational skill, we enable personal agency, economic self-sufficiency, and protection from exploitation because reading and writing are essential tools for navigating society and advocating for oneself.
- Volunteer-Tutor Partnership Modelmethodology: volunteer-tutor modelBy combining trained volunteers with professional staff, we deliver sustainable, personalized literacy instruction because community involvement increases program reach while maintaining quality and accountability.