Expanding minds
Opening doors.

For over 35 years, Dominican Literacy Center has lifted lives in Detroit.
35+ Years of Experience
Mission Possible

Welcome to Dominican Literacy Center

We strive to provide a tutoring service and conducive learning environment that helps adults to improve their reading, speaking, listening, writing, mathematics, and basic computer skills.


The Dominican Literacy Center helps adult learners acquire the skills necessary to be successful parents, productive workers and responsible citizens.

DLC is a contemporary expression of the Adrian Dominican Sisters’ commitment to education.

In less than three years, 80 percent of all job openings will require more than a high school degree.

Why Literacy Matters
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Number of working-age adults (18-64) in MI without a high school credential.
DLC Life

True tales of courage, creativity and continuity.

Tutor Stories Video
Annual Spelling Bee Fundraiser Video
Student Success Video
6th Annual Dominican Literacy Center Spelling Bee Fundraiser
Bee there for all the fanfare

6th Annual Spelling Bee Fundraiser

Get your ticket(s) for our 6th Annual Spelling Bee Fundraiser.

Have fun. Enjoy thrilling competition and support a great cause Thursday, October 3 at the Jam Handy in Detroit
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When you donate to Dominican Literacy Center, you lift up a local 
learner and the community we all share.

All funds raised will provide financial resources for the Center in 
support of basic needs such as books, teaching materials, 
technology, community outreach, and more

Reading and math tutors wanted. Hope and help needed.

Just two hours of your week can make a big difference. We’ll give you all the training you need. Plus, as a tutor, you can be sure that your life will be enriched in return.
Young Employee Volunteering at DLC

“Won’t you join our efforts to uplift the community through literacy? Every dollar you give transforms lives.”

Tyra Thompson
Executive Director, DLC