The South Baldwin Literacy Council was established in 1985 as a volunteer-based, non-profit organization. SBLC serves a 750-square-mile area in South Alabama, from I-10 South to the Gulf of Mexico, and from the Fish River near Mobile Bay, east to the Florida line. SBLC is incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The activities of the Council are managed by a 16-member volunteer Board of Directors, which meets monthly. The Council is staffed by a Executive Director and a Student Services Coordinator.
SBLC is proud to be a United Way agency (since 1986). Additional funding comes from a state video rental tax, which was passed thanks to the efforts of State Representative Steve McMillan. SBLC also holds one annual fundraiser. Tickets are sold for the events, which include entertainment, silent auctions, and delicious food. Be sure to check our calendar for the dates and details of these events.
SBLC is also grateful for the many businesses, civic groups, churches and individuals who support our efforts with their donations.
SBLC maintains an extensive library of audio, video, and written materials for use by tutors and learners. The Council has also published an illustrated version of the Alabama Driver’s Manual for low-level readers, which is accompanied by an audio tape. A computer lab with a variety of software is also available.
SBLC can now be found on Facebook and our calendar of events can also be found at Google Calendar.