Each day, we transform lives and strengthen communities through literacy.
We work with volunteers and community partners to give people the skills and confidence they need to reach their potential. Read more about who we are.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are the heartbeat of our literacy services. Each year, over 1,500 volunteers give thousands of hours to United for Literacy. They tutor math, reading, and writing; read stories at our Reading Tents; help with special events; and more. We are always looking for more people to volunteer with us. Below are the programs in Manitoba currently seeking volunteers.
Designed for students in grades 2-6 who are reading below grade level. The focus is to boost literacy levels in its participants through fun activities and stories. Sessions run for 10 weeks at a time, students are selected in partnership with the school contact and free books are given out during the program.
We are currently partnered with 7 schools in Brandon, Winnipeg and Selkirk, reaching over 150 students from Oct- April.
Our Indigenous intern works alongside students and staff to deepen their understanding of Indigenous peoples, culture and perspective.
We currently offer programming through Marymound Inc. in Winnipeg for youth ages 15-21 reaching approx. 50 learners per school year.
One-to-One Tutoring pairs volunteer tutors up with learners to provide guidance and support in a safe space. This tutoring service is open to all ages, at all learning levels, and is offered virtually via zoom. This program is offered year-round and reaches approx. 75 learners per year.
This program is open to learners ages 15+ in Winnipeg with a strong focus on helping learners complete their high school education or prepare for the CAEC exam (former GED).
Through this program we partner with youth social service sites to offer drop in homework clubs and one-to-one tutoring sessions.. We also partner with schools to host various educational based activities such as a gardening club.
Volunteer Opportunities are always available.
If you are interested in joining our organization and becoming a volunteer literacy tutor please complete our online inquiry from.
One learner shared, “S. [instructor-coordinator] is the only reason I passed my grade 12 math. I was really struggling and I wouldn't have been able to do it. This is a great program.” Another reflected, “I’ve needed help with Math and English all year... I said to myself, ‘I could go to that. Why don’t I go?’ Now I wish I had gone a lot earlier.” These voices reflect the transformative power of Learn Outside the Box, and with your support, we can reach even more learners who are ready to rewrite their futures.
Interested? Contact Allie Giensorek, Regional Manager, Manitoba
United for Literacy can provide tutoring, books, and learning support that is free in Manitoba for users thanks to generous donations from people like you.
Being able to read, write, do math, and use computers makes it easier to find a job, access healthcare, and make financial decisions, among other day-to-day tasks. Our programs help people of all ages learn and grow a love of reading.
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