AKA:
Joplin NALA Read
Description:
We are a non-profit committed to the mission of fostering and strengthening literacy skills and coordinating with community resources to provide services, enabling learners to reach their full potential. The Joplin Neighborhood Adult Literacy Action, also known as NALA Adult Literacy, is a non-profit 501(c)3 literacy council organization that was founded in 1981. We are a United Way partner agency and a reporting member of ProLiteracy. Our purpose is to provide tuition-free programs to improve the self-sufficiency of families by supporting adult learners in their efforts to increase skills ! efforts that give them access to a better life and make a positive impact on our community.
We offer classes and one-on-one tutoring in literacy-related subjects, including reading, writing, math, computer literacy, for both native English speakers and English Language Learners.
AJA
Joplin NALA Read
NALA
Program Fees:
Free. No cost for services.
Eligibility:
Persons must be 18 years of age or older.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
August 28, 2024
Volunteer Opportunities:
Opportunities for tutoring, and assisting with our annual event.
Year Incorporated:
1981
Address Listings
Mailing
123 S. Main St
Joplin, MO 64801
Physical (Primary)
123 South Main
Joplin, MO 64801
Contacts
Jessica Pommert
Phone Numbers
Main
(417) 782-2646
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Services
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Description
Provides tutors to help English-speaking adults improve their reading, writing, and math skills.
Hours
Call for schedule
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Age 17 years and older Students must complete a two-hour orientation
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Primarily Jasper and Newton counties in Missouri, but will accept students from any geographic area
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Jasper County
- Newton County
- Jasper County
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Description
Accepts children's books and magazines that are not in need of repair.
Hours
Mon-Wed - 8:30am to 5:00pm Thu-Fri - 8:30am to 12:00pm Evenings by appointment
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Jasper and Newton counties in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Jasper County
- Newton County
- Jasper County
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Description
Provides English language classes for people who read and speak other languages.
Hours
Call for schedule
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Age 17 years and older Students must complete a two-hour orientation
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Primarily Jasper and Newton counties in Missouri, but will accept students from any geographic area
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Jasper County
- Newton County
- Jasper County
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Description
Volunteers and professional staff provide one-hour sessions which model reading to children and provide resources to encourage parents to read to their children.
Hours
Call for schedule
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Primarily Jasper and Newton counties in Missouri but will accept students from any geographic area.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Primarily Jasper and Newton counties in Missouri, but will accept students from any geographic area
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Jasper County
- Newton County
- Jasper County
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Description
Accepts office supplies such as copier paper, colored paper, pencils, and writing tablets. Donations are not sold as a way to earn money for the program, a donation pick-up service is not available.
Hours
Mon-Wed - 8:30am to 5:00pm Thu-Fri - 8:30am to 12:00pm Evenings by appointment
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Jasper and Newton counties in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Jasper County
- Newton County
- Jasper County
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