Dedicated to positively impacting the lives of adults through improved literacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Read Muskegon?
Read Muskegon is a non-profit organization dedicated to positively impacting the lives of adults through improved literacy. Read Muskegon fills a need in the community by serving students who are either not yet ready for adult basic education, not a good fit for the adult education classroom setting, or need extra help to improve their skills. Read Muskegon is a volunteer organization.
2. What services does Read Muskegon provide?
Read Muskegon provides free one-on-one tutoring in reading, writing and other literacy skills. We also provide training for volunteer tutors and ongoing mentorship.
3. Does it cost anything to refer a student to Read Muskegon?
No, it is a free service for the student and the referring agency. Please click here to access our application for learners.
4. How is Read Muskegon funded?
Read Muskegon is currently funded through individual and company donations, and through contributions from local service organizations. Read Muskegon has also received small grants to support its work. Read Muskegon welcomes donations from individuals, corporations and foundations. Please make checks payable to Read Muskegon. Send your contribution to Read Muskegon, PO Box 1312, Muskegon, MI 49443-1312. Read Muskegon is federally tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by law.
5. What types of students does Read Muskegon work with?
Read Muskegon works with adults age eighteen and older who are in need of literacy instruction. The range is from a non-reader to those who are just below a high school graduate literacy level.
6. What students tend to be the most successful with one-on-one tutoring?
Students who have a high level of motivation to improve their reading skills in order to achieve a specific goal, such as reading to their children or getting a higher paying job tend to be most successful. Also students who are not dealing with significant personal issues are better able to focus on the classes and thus be successful.
7. How long does it take for students to begin their tutoring sessions?
In most cases a student will be placed within a week or two with a tutor and tutoring sessions will begin shortly thereafter. However, the waiting period could be a month or longer depending on when the next group of tutors will be trained.
8. How many hours of tutoring are provided each week?
Students will be provided with one to one and a half hours a week of tutoring and in some special cases more if both the student and tutor agree to do so.
9. How long may a student stay with Read Muskegon?
A student may stay as long as progress is being made, and the student is happy with the program and attending sessions consistently.
10. What can I do to get more information about Read Muskegon?
Call (231) 766-5040 or e-mail litcoordinator@readmuskegon.org.
Read Muskegon
PO Box 1312
Muskegon, MI 49443-1312
Phone: (231) 766-5040
E-mail: litcoordinator@readmuskegon.org
