What do we do?
We are a non-profit, community-based organization that provides basic (grade 1 - 5 equivalent) training in reading, writing, and math to English-speaking adults. Our service is free, private, and one-to-one. We have been assisting adults with their literacy skills since 1973.
How do we do it?
We train volunteers to provide one-to-one tutoring to adults aged 16 and over. We also run four small group classes three times a week.
Our Vision:
Hamilton Reads
Our Values:
  • Teamwork - Together everyone achieves more
  • Integrity - Honesty in all of our endeavours
  • Excellence - Embodying the highest standards in our principles and practices
  • Serving - Serving to build a stronger community
  • Dignity - Fostering an environment of safety and respect
  • Lifelong Learning - Committed to the continuing pursuit of knowledge


Our Funders:
  • The Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities - http://www.edu.gov.on.ca

  • The Ministry of Community Safety & Correctional Services - http://www.mpss.jus.gov.on.ca

  • United Way of Burlington and Greater Hamilton - http://www.uwaybh.ca

  • The City of Hamilton - http://www.city.hamilton.on.ca

  • The Ontario Trillium Foundation - http://www.trilliumfoundation.org

  • Catherine Donnelly Foundation - http://www.catherinedonnellyfoundation.org

  • Hamilton Community Foundation - http://www.hcf.on.ca

  • Local Sponsors:
    Thank you to our local corporate partners for their encouragement and support:

    Bryan Prince Bookseller  http://www.princebooks.net

    Dofasco - http://www.dofasco.ca

    The Hamilton Spectator  http://www.hamiltonspectator.com  

    PricewaterhouseCoopers http://www.pwc.com/ca

    Scotiabank - http://www.scotiabank.ca




    How can you help?
  • Become a volunteer literacy tutor.
  • If you know someone who needs help with basic reading and writing, tell them to contact us.

  • Tell 2 friends what we do.

  • Make a tax-deductible charitable donation.




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