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If you want to see what true dedication looks like, look no further than Angie Perry of Shawsville. Angie recently passed her GED -- after starting and stopping GED programs on and off for the last 30 years, after attending classes consistently for the last 3 years, and after taking the math test TEN times. “I’ve attempted this several times in my life, and usually I feel like I don’t finish things,” said Angie. “But I told myself this last time, I’m not going to be a quitter

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

Executive Director Ginny Ayers (left) and Volunteer Coordinator Brittany Hash (right) As we look ahead to 2026, Literacy NRV is preparing for a season of transition - one that comes with both heartfelt goodbyes and exciting new beginnings. Brittany Hash will be stepping away from her role as Volunteer Coordinator after the birth of her second daughter this winter. Brittany has been a vital part of our team, connecting learners and tutors with warmth, skill, and genuine care

Literacy NRV is delighted to welcome Kristine Saunders, Youth Librarian for the Pulaski County Library System, to our Board of Directors. Kristine was unanimously voted in as a new member during our September board meeting following the recommendation of Sally Warburton, longtime board member and director of Pulaski County Library. We are deeply grateful to Sally for her many years of dedicated service and advocacy for literacy in our community, and we are thrilled to continu

English for Life students and volunteers discuss health-related topics in a Tuesday morning class Our "English for Life" English language classes began mid-September and we’ve had wonderful turnout! Literacy NRV is currently offering five free English classes in Montgomery County. We also have one-on-one tutoring pairs meeting throughout the New River Valley. Our classes are a welcoming, safe place for students to study English, meet new people, and participate in the communi

Ellen Piilonen brought more than her A-game to being a volunteer tutor -- she rewrote the playbook. In fact, she wrote a book. Actually...

At Literacy NRV, we believe there’s no one right path to success - and that’s why our “GED Your Way” program is designed to meet students...

Anne Abbott (right) is presented with a $5,000 donation for Literacy NRV by Dr. Felicia Smith (left), President of the National Center...

Outgoing Literacy NRV Board President, Elizabeth Sensabaugh (pictured on right), celebrates with Executive Director Ginny Ayers (center),...

Through her service-learning course, personal volunteer efforts, and a lasting partnership with our community-based literacy program, Dr....

Our English conversation classes always develop enriching talks- for the students and the volunteers. Recently in an advanced...

On Saturday, August 23, 2025, our community came together for a morning filled with magic, adventure, and generosity at Once Upon a Race:...

We are thrilled to share that Literacy NRV's very own Anne Abbott, Family Literacy Coordinator, has been named as a finalist for the 2025...

While many people associate summer with slowing down, things are anything but quiet at Literacy NRV! Our classrooms and tutoring sessions...

We saw her walking back and forth in front of the Literacy NRV door. Finally, she mustered the courage to open the door and enter, tears...

Above, Irene, front row far left, and Molly, front row second from left, and some of their class volunteers and English language...

Patrick Ford joined the Literacy NRV Board of Directors in 2023 and has been an invaluable addition to the organization. We asked Patrick...

Learner recruitment has been a longstanding challenge for adult literacy programs such as Literacy NRV. The statistics revealed by the...

Maria and Samuel from Sammy Upholstery (pictured with Literacy NRV ESL Program Coordinator Blake Hritz) Samuel and Maria’s journey is...

Tess Larsen, Literacy NRV intern and Blacksburg High School graduating senior, received a New River Valley Distinguished Leading Lights...