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MEDIA RELEASE: GENEROUS DONATION HELPS LOCAL RESIDENTS IMPROVE THEIR LITERACY
Project Literacy Kelowna Society is excited to receive a $15,000 donation from The Belmont Foundation in support of its one-on-one literacy tutoring program. The foundation has a longstanding history of supporting the core services of Project Literacy Kelowna. The Belmont Foundation was started ten years ago by the Rak family and Lauren McCrady (nee Rak)…
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Another Way to Give Back
Would you like another way to support a local charity, without giving cash? How about something as simple as using our Air Miles card? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3! Pick up a Collector Card at the Project Literacy Kelowna office. Get Air Miles in-store or online by presenting the card anywhere Air Miles…
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Retiree Finds His Passion for Tutoring and His Purpose at Project Literacy
“Someone can say one thing and it can change your life. Years ago I was once told, ‘you have a good teaching style’. So when looking for volunteer work, I came across Project Literacy and remembered that statement. I walked into the office and the place was so welcoming; I was so comfortable. That’s what…
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We Are Seeking Volunteer Educators for Financial Literacy
We are on the lookout for volunteer educators for Financial Literacy. If you are smart with money, have the time, and enjoy helping others, please consider us for your next volunteering initiative. Volunteer Program Educator – Financial Literacy Description Role: Program Educator – Financial Literacy (Group or One-to-One Program Educators) # of Volunteers Required: 12…
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PARTNERING TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAMMING
Project Literacy Kelowna Society and the Launch Community Development Foundation recently got a boost in the development of their financial literacy partnership. Building on the strengths of each organization, the duo is excited to move forward with improving access to financial literacy programming. A recent donation by the Kelowna Executive Roundtable will allow the partners…
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Partners for Literacy Bring Support to Syrian Families in Kelowna
A number of local community organizations are coming together to deliver a new program for Syrian families with young children. The IPALS (Immigrant Parents as Literacy Supporters) program aims to help immigrant and refugee families support their preschool and kindergarten-aged children’s early literacy development. The eight session program, starting in February, will have parents working…
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Dining Out for Literacy
For another year, Bai Tong Restaurant in downtown Kelowna, will host a major fundraising event for Project Literacy Kelowna. The Story In 2004, Jamjit and Kitti Karunyasopon, who had arrived from Thailand with limited English skills, were referred to Project Literacy. Working with our Education Coordinators and a tutor, the couple learned English and also…
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MEDIA RELEASE: PROJECT LITERACY AND LAUNCH KELOWNA WORK COLLECTIVELY TO IMPROVE FINANCIAL LITERACY
Kelowna, BC (October 24, 2016). Project Literacy Kelowna Society is excited to embark on a new partnership with the Launch Community Development Foundation that will see a new financial literacy program offered at the Project Literacy downtown Learning Centre. The ‘Matched Savings Program’, offered by the Launch Community Development Foundation, is a 12-month program designed…
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PROJECT LITERACY EXCITED ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY TO CELEBRATE LITERACY IN THE COMMUNITY
Project Literacy Kelowna Society is excited to become the new host organization supporting the work of the Central Okanagan Partners for Literacy task group. The task group is made up of a number of community education and social service representatives that work collectively to support the advancement of literacy in the Central Okanagan. Each participating…
