Carolina Literacy empowers adults and families by building language and literacy skills that inspire confidence, create opportunity and strengthen community.

A future where everyone has equal access to opportunity, growth and success through the power of literacy.

Equity-We are committed to ensuring literacy access for all.

Empowerment-We help learners build skills and confidence to reach their goals and discover new opportunities.

Community-We strengthen our community by fostering relationships among learners, volunteers and partners.

Lifelong Learning -We promote education as a lifelong journey that enriches individuals, families and generations.

Connection -We create meaningful connections across generations, cultures and backgrounds.

Carolina Literacy is committed to fostering a learning community where every student, volunteer and employee feels respected, welcomed, and valued. Our mission is rooted in the belief that education thrives in safe, inclusive environments, especially for adult learners who may have experienced discrimination, displacement, or trauma in the past. 

We proudly welcome all learners, volunteers and employees regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, literacy level, socioeconomic background, or educational history. Discrimination or harassment of any kind, whether verbal, physical, digital, or nonverbal, will not be tolerated. 

Diversity is not only present in our classrooms; it is one of our greatest strengths. Students bring with them a wealth of languages, cultures, perspectives, and life experiences that enrich the learning environment and broaden our understanding of the world.