Midcoast Literacy

Improving Lives Through Literacy

For Children & Families โ†’

For Adults โ†’

Get Involved โ†’

Family Literacy Services

Read Together

Year-round, one-on-one, free tutoring for children in grades 1-8 who are reading below grade level (fluent English speakers and English language learners)

Read with Me

Early childhood literacy programming and free books for families with children ages 0-5 in Head Start and Early Head Start programs

Summer Books

Free books and enrichment activities for low-income children participating in local Food Services Programs

Adult Literacy Services

Adult Basic Literacy

One-on-one tutoring for English-speaking adults and older teens who want help with reading, writing, and more

English Language Instruction

One-on-one tutoring in speaking, reading, and writing for adult English language learners

Workplace Literacy

On-site English language classes for employees who are English language learners

How You Can Help

Become a Volunteer Tutor

Work with adults or children to build reading and English-language skills.

Support our Work

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News & Events

Read about upcoming events and our latest Success Stories from our programs.

Feb 25, 2026

Karen & Samantha

Success Story

This monthโ€™s Success Story celebrates the longtime partnership of learner Samantha and […]

Jan 29, 2026

Margaret & Lemy

Success Story

Congratulations to our first 2026 Success Story tutoring duo: fourth grader Lemy […]

Dec 23, 2025

Steve & Eason

Success Story

This monthโ€™s Success Story celebrates Read Together tutor Steve Oโ€™Keefe and his […]