CHICAGO – State Senator Ram Villivalam is proud to announce three organizations in the 8th District will be receiving over $200,000 for literacy program enhancements, workplace skills development and more.
“The organizations receiving this funding are hubs of community engagement, bringing residents together through programming and access to knowledge,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “These grants will ensure our vibrant community centers will be able to provide literacy programs and increase accessible workforce development programs right here in our district.”
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 Villivalam’s district, three local organizations are set to receive a total of $220,000, including the Indo-American Center, Rohingya Culture Center and Hanul Family Alliance.
For a full list of entities receiving grants across Illinois, visit the ILSOS website.
