Welcome to Fox Valley Literacy

Fox Valley Literacy is dedicated to offering free educational services to adult learners. Our programs focus on essential skills in English, General Education, Civics & Citizenship, and tailored Individual Projects. We rely solely on the support of volunteers and donors who share our vision of accessible education for everyone.

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Our Mission:

Fox Valley Literacy partners with adults to expand opportunity, strengthen communities, and create a more inclusive Fox Valley by building literacy, language, and essential life skills.​

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Our Vision:

A Fox Valley where literacy unlocks opportunity, connection, and full participation for every person.​

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Our Values:

Inclusive Communities​

We believe communities are stronger when people can fully participate. We design programs that respond to real-world needs in education, work, health, and civic life, resulting in tangible improvements for students, families, employers, and community partners.​​

 

Belonging & Voice​

We believe students learn best when they are valued as whole people. We actively seek and incorporate student input in program design and instruction, resulting in stronger engagement, higher attendance, and sustained participation.​

 

​Access & Growth​

We believe all adults can grow and achieve their goals when barriers are removed. We provide flexible, student-centered programs tailored to each starting point, leading to measurable skill gains, persistence, and goal completion.

 

Our history:

Fox Valley Literacy was founded in Appleton, Wisconsin in September 1990, during International Literacy Month. The Outagamie Waupaca Library System, which supports public libraries in the area, along with the Appleton Public Library led the formation of the organization to bring together existing programs as the Fox Valley Literacy Coalition.

In the 30 years since our founding, we’ve undergone two name changes and moved offices several times. But our dedication to providing quality and accessible adult education hasn’t changed. Since 1990, we have served students at no cost, all with the help of our dedicated tutors. We continue to work hard every day to serve our community and to share the power of learning.

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Our desired impact:

We understand that improving literacy is crucial for strengthening communities. When individuals gain confidence and skills, they are better equipped to contribute positively to society, participate in civic life, build wealth in the community, and achieve personal and professional goals.

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Why we do this work.

At Fox Valley Literacy, we are driven by the compelling need to address the literacy challenges faced by adults in our community. Read More >

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Work with us!

As a team member you will play an important and satisfying role in delivering the services Fox Valley Literacy offers as well as helping Fox Valley Literacy achieve its mission. Visit Our Careers Page >

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