Expanding minds
Opening doors.

For over 35 years, Dominican Literacy Center has lifted lives in Detroit.

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8th Annual Spelling Bee Fundraiser

Save the date for our 8th Annual Spelling Bee Fundraiser.

Have fun. Enjoy thrilling competition and support a great cause Coming September 2026 at the Jam Handy in Detroit.

Contact Tyra Thompson at 313-267-1000 for more information.

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

Why Literacy Matters

Number of working-age adults (18-64) in MI without a high school credential.

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 an independent, non-profit, contemporary expression of the Adrian Dominican Sisters’ commitment to education.

DLC Life

True tales of courage, creativity and continuity.

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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.

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

Tyra Thompson
Executive Director, DLC

Expanding mindsOpening doors.