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Do you believe every adult deserves the literacy skills they need to thrive? Join Literacy NRV — a dynamic nonprofit helping hundreds of adults across the New River Valley achieve independence through literacy. We’re seeking an innovative, collaborative, and mission-driven leader to guide our organization into its next chapter of impact and growth. The Executive Director (ED) will oversee the operational, financial, and programmatic success of Literacy NRV, working closely wi

Literacy NRV Executive Director Ginny Ayers (third from right) and other Spotlight award winners On Thursday, December 4, Literacy NRV was honored at the Truliant Foundation’s Founders' Dinner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Held at the Truliant Operations Center, the event brought together nonprofit partners, community leaders, and supporters to celebrate collaboration and community impact. This year, the Truliant Foundation recognized four organizations across its footpri

Sofia, a Literacy NRV English language learner, was extremely nervous when she took the microphone during Literacy NRV’s recent Student-Volunteer Recognition Event to address more than 100 people.   But she chose to face her fear in order to thank the volunteers who have made her English language learning possible. “Thank you for having us in this place,” Sofia said to the crowd. “We are very grateful for the volunteers. They are doing a good job of teaching us English. We le

At Literacy NRV, we believe that when a community comes together, extraordinary change becomes possible. This fall, we were honored to receive a second generous gift from 100+ Women Who Care NRV , a philanthropic giving circle of local women committed to strengthening the New River Valley through collective giving. Their $10,000+ donation in October 2025—following their first gift to Literacy NRV in 2023—comes at a truly pivotal moment for our organization and the adult learn