A grant is helping local adults learn English and prepare for the workforce.
Literacy Volunteers of America — Prince William (LVA-PW) has received $5,000 from the Gannett Foundation.
LVA-PW, a non-profit, assists more than 700 Prince William County adults every year.
Based out of Dale City, the 28-year-old organization offers classes and tutoring on an array of topics, including reading and writing, and civics and citizenship.
The grant will be used for the organization’s English as a Second Language (ESL) and Job Readiness for Immigrants Program.
It will help participants find employment and become independent.
To learn more about LVA-PW, visit its website or call 703-670-5702.
