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The education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
Nelson Mandela (1918 - 2013)
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The education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
Nelson Mandela (1918 - 2013)
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The education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
Nelson Mandela (1918 - 2013)
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  • 781 million individuals cannot read or write

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We know we need God’s help in serving our brothers and sisters who are often extremely poor and live in some of the most dangerous environments in the world.
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Our Programs

Alfalit believes that Literacy is a fundamental right that changes lives. Since 1961, our grassroots-approach with in-country affiliate organizations has effectively reached those with the greatest needs. On average, 85% of all enrolled students graduate from Alfalit programs every year.

1. Adult Literacy

Equivalent to a 3rd grade education, upon completion students have a 1,471-word vocabulary. They can read, write and complete basic math computations. Completion time: about 9 months.

2. Adult Basic Education

Available to students completing Literacy training. It provides the equivalent of a sixth grade education and encourages formal study. In many countries, thanks to alliances with the Ministries of Education, this certification is recognized and allows labor inclusion, reinforcing the self-confidence of our students.

3. Job & Vocational Training

Earning an income helps individuals, families and communities. This program provides skill-based training to adults who would otherwise be unemployable in the poor countries served by Alfalit. 

4. Early Childhood Education

Our tiniest students learn basic skills like counting, colors and words. Students are better prepared to enter elementary schools and typically do better than their non-early educated counterparts. 

5. Conversational English

Adult, non-English speakers gain the ability to use English with self-assurance in basic, everyday situations. In the United States, this helps our non-native residents become a part of the community in a quicker manner and contribute more to society as a whole. 

Our Impact

We bring adult literacy, basic education, preschool, conversational English and job skills to people living in poverty. Alfalit believes literacy is a fundamental right for all individuals.

Adult Students (75% Female)
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Adult Students (75% Female)
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Trained Volunteer Teachers
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Preschoolers
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Job Skills Students
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Alfalit Conversational English Students
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Food Relief
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Updated data of the year 2025.

Lupe

Lupe

Florida, USA

Lupe is from Mexico and has lived in the USA for 20 years. She was embarrassed about her illiteracy, which caused her much suffering. Her father denied her an education, so she missed many opportunities. Today, Lupe appreciates Alfalit’s programs at Costa Farms, which have helped her begin to read, write, and improve herself.

Rosa Monteiro

Angola

Rosa discovered Alfalit through a colleague at the market and graduated in 2022. She used to memorize items when sent to the market, but now she writes shopping lists, making her life significantly easier.
Carmen

Carmen Vilca Torivio

Bolivia

Carmen, 39, is the oldest of five siblings and married with five children. Due to financial constraints, she couldn\’t study and had to work from a young age to support her family. Carmen has learned to read and write, allowing her to help her kids with homework and confidently sell at the market. Her life has changed, and she feels motivated to keep improving and learning.

Romina

Argentina

My name is Romina from Guaymallén, Argentina. Before joining Alfalit, I could not read or write. I was afraid to go out alone because I couldn’t understand street signs or bus routes. Today, I can read books to my daughter, help her with school, and even read the Bible when I feel sad. Learning to read has given me confidence, hope, and a new beginning

Kanku Ntumba

DRC

After losing her husband, Kanku Ntumba—a widowed mother of seven—was left homeless, uneducated, and forced to beg for survival. Her life changed when a pastor introduced her to Alfalit’s free literacy program in Lubumbashi. After nine months of hard work, she graduated and earned a job tutoring children at a local school. Today, Kanku supports her family with dignity and hope. Her story is a powerful testament to how education can break the cycle of poverty and transform lives.

Mariquinha João Manuel

Angola

I’m Mariquinha, 59. For years, I hid behind pride and fear because I couldn’t read or help my children. One day, my son asked for help with his homework, and I felt deeply ashamed. That moment changed me forever. Through Alfalit, I learned to read, write, and do math. Today, I run my own business and stand proud beside my children. Thank you, Alfalit, for giving me hope and dignity.
Alfalit earns coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator
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Our strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned us a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator.

 

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Stop this vicious cycle

Most people know that illiteracy causes poverty, but they do not know how to stop this vicious cycle. Alfalit International provides literacy and educational programs to the poorest and neediest populations around the world. Thanks to the support of our donors and volunteers, Alfalit International has helped over 8 million people learn how to read and write, in their own language, through our life-changing programs.

Give for literacy today

Your support makes a lasting difference in the lives of children and adults in the United States and around the world. Alfalit’s free literacy and educational programs empower women, strengthen families, and help communities move toward long-term sustainability.

Just $35 a month can help provide a student with basic literacy skills…or a one-time donation of:

Or you may choose to make a one-time gift at any level every contribution matters.

Alfalit International is a trusted and recognized organization, committed to delivering literacy and education in some of the hardest-to-reach and post-conflict regions of the world, where access to education is most limited, and the need is greatest.

Together, we can stop the cycle and replace it with hope, opportunity, and transformation.

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