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Become a Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Literacy Pittsburgh. The first step in becoming a volunteer is to watch this 15-minute video about our organization, our students, and what is needed to be a successful volunteer.

After watching the video, you'll next need to complete the volunteer application and register for a free, two-hour Introductory Training about teaching adult learners. Please see the training dates below for upcoming workshops. Information about additional training will be provided at the introductory session. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Upcoming Training Opportunities

Introductory Tutor Training: Teaching Adult Learners
In-Person Workshop

Saturday, April 5
10:30 am – 12:30 pm       
Mt. Lebanon Library
16 Castle Shannon Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15228

Introductory Tutor Training: Teaching Adult Learners
Zoom Workshop

Wednesday, April 9

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

For this virtual training, the Zoom link will be provided once you register.

Introductory Tutor Training: Teaching Adult Learners
Zoom Workshop

Monday, May 12

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

For this virtual training, the Zoom link will be provided once you register.

Introductory Tutor Training: Teaching Adult Learners
In-Person Workshop

Saturday, May 3
10:30 am – 12:30 pm       
Northmont United Presbyterian Church, McCandless
8169 Perry Hwy
Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Volunteer Spotlight: Bobby
"I've been looking to volunteer with Literacy Pittsburgh since moving back to the area in 2012. I wanted to do something that could make a difference for another person. I'm not sappy, but it's funny how it ended up making just as much of a difference in my life, too."
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