Get involved

Ways to Make an Impact

Whether you volunteer, donate, partner with us, or support an event, your contribution helps people build the literacy skills they need to learn, grow, and thrive.

Ways Become a Volunteer

Share your time and skills to help children, youth, and adults build literacy skills. Training is provided, and our team will work with you to find a meaningful volunteer opportunity based on your interests, availability, and program needs.

Become a Volunteer

Make a Donation

A gift of $30 provides one hour of learning by supporting the programs, training, and resources that help learners thrive.

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Corporate Partnership

Engage your workplace in supporting literacy through employee giving, fundraising, volunteering, and meaningful partnership opportunities.

Game Night EventBookshelf Campaign

Supporter Circles

Connect with individuals who believe literacy changes lives and want to create lasting impact through their support.

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Special Events

Get involved with United for Literacy’s signature events through volunteering, sponsorship, or other ways of supporting literacy across Canada.

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Become a Volunteer

Tutor math, reading, and writing; read stories at our Reading Tents; support special events; and more. No matter your background or experience, we’ll provide training and support to help you feel confident in your role. Our team will work with you to find a meaningful volunteer opportunity that matches your interests, availability, and current program needs.

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    Share Your Interest

    Complete our inquiry form on the website to share your interests, availability, and how you would like to get involved. A member of our team will contact you to discuss next steps.

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    Apply and Connect With Us

    Complete the application form sent to you by our team, participate in a short interview, provide two references, and complete any required screening for your role.

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    Complete Your Training

    Your coordinator will provide the training you need for your volunteer role. Before you begin, you’ll also complete a short knowledge check.

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    Start Volunteering

    Once your onboarding is complete, you’re ready to make a difference! Your coordinator will continue to support you throughout your volunteer journey.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering with United for Literacy is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building your own skills and connections. Help children, youth, adults, and newcomers develop literacy skills while gaining experience in leadership, communication, facilitation, and teamwork. Join a diverse network of volunteers who believe in equitable access to learning and find a meaningful way to contribute at any stage of life.

1,288

volunteers

supporting literacy across Canada

31,884

hours

contributed by dedicated volunteers

180

communities supported

by our volunteer tutors

97%

of tutors

noticed increased confidence among adult learners

The Difference It Makes

  • “One of my students that I have tutored for two years struggled to read at her grade level. Recently she has taken huge strides in her ability, and she is so excited to show me how well she can read now. She reads with a smile now. That makes it all worthwhile.”

    One-to-one tutoring

    Grande Prairie

  • “Amidst the current climate of heated debate regarding immigration in Canada, it was truly heartening to witness so many people coming together to contribute to the success of newcomers. Seeing that level of support was deeply moving, and it felt incredible to be a part of a community focused on empowerment and shared growth.”

    REACH Multicultural Family Centre Middle Eastern Women’s Group

    Vancouver

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