ROCK ISLAND – State Senator Mike Halpin announced five organizations in the 36th District will be receiving over $320,000 for literacy program enhancements, workplace skills development and more.
“Literacy programs support our community by giving everyone access to resources to bolster their education,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “With this funding, we can continue to support our neighbors who want to continue improving their reading, writing and math literacy skills.”
The latest round of funding through the Illinois Secretary of State includes more than $28 million for library services and literacy programs throughout Illinois. The grants will enhance online catalogs at local libraries, support day-to-day operations and expand interlibrary loan programs. Funding also supports radio information services that provide local news and information to individuals who cannot read standard print materials. Literacy grants promote basic reading, math, writing and English language skills through adult, family and workplace literacy programs.
In Halpin’s district, five organizations are set to receive a total of $322,579 to enhance adult literacy instruction, including:
- Augustana College - $37,197
- Black Hawk College - $69,428
- Regional Office of Education 33 - $149,007
- Western Illinois University Board of Trustees - $47,947
- World Relief Quad Cities - $19,000
For a full list of entities receiving grants across Illinois, visit the ILSOS website.
