St. Joseph Community Health Foundation awards The Literacy Alliance with $25,000 grant for ‘Project Connect’

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - On Thursday, The Literacy Alliance announced it was awarded a $25,000 grant from The St. Joseph Community Health Foundation for its ‘Project Connect’ program.

Project Connect is a free English-language learning program emphasizing basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, offering real-life practice.

In Allen County, approximately 40,000 people live in households where English is not the primary language, with more than 7,000 living in poverty.

The Literacy Alliance says those using its services are able to improve their English-language skills while advancing their education and expanding job opportunities.

The Literacy Alliance adds its collaborates with with churches, community centers, and Amani Family Services to provide its services.

To learn more about The Literacy Alliance, visit https://literacyalliance.org/.

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