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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Spring Read Together Tutor Training

We are looking for new volunteer tutors to work with kids ages 7-14 in our Read Together program. Our next Tutor Training will be held on June 1, 3, and 5 in Bath. No prior teaching or tutoring experience necessary.ย 

News & Events

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

May 04, 2026

Annual Meeting & Celebration

Join us for Midcoast Literacy's Annual Meeting & Celebration on May 30th. […]

Apr 27, 2026

Cheryl & Sabiqa

Success Story

This month, we celebrate the hard work of Sabiqa, a junior at […]

Mar 26, 2026

Read With Me in Wiscasset

Success Story

This monthโ€™s success story celebrates the ongoing success of Read With Me […]