The Literacy Council of Sumner County (LCSC), located in Hendersonville, Tennessee, is a learning and resource center for
all ages. A non-profit organization originally chartered in 1983, our mission is to
improve our community by providing a non-profit,
comprehensive learning center for all ages that focuses on
individual needs.
LCSC is a United Way Agency.
LCSC relies on volunteer tutors and
support from local and private donations, as well as annual
fund raising activities and grants.
Nobody is ever turned away for inability
to pay for services.
Literacy is not the sole focus; math is
also taught.
LCSC Impact
In 2010, the LCSC served 105 students directly, 170
indirectly (through consultations and referrals) from
Sumner and surrounding counties.
The same year, 69 volunteers gave 1,119 hours serving
our agency.
Funding
LCSC is a 501c3 tax exempt organization and a member of United Way of Sumner County. Funding comes from
the Hendersonville and Gallatin city governments, private foundations, corporate donors, and individual donors. All gifts are tax deductible.
Donate now, through JustGive.org or
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Location
Literacy Council of Sumner County
260 West Main Street
Hendersonville , TN 37075
Take Gallatin Pike South (Hwy 31E) into Hendersonville. We are located south of Old Shackle Island Road in the City Square Shopping Center. The City Square signs are in the shape of an X. We are behind Papa John's in the back of the shopping center, inside the first set of glass double doors.
Directions from South Hendersonville or Goodlettsville
Take Main Street North (Hwy 31E) into Hendersonville. We are located just past Kentucky Fried Chicken in the City Square Shopping Center. The City Square signs are in the shape of an X. We are behind Papa John's in the back of the shopping center, inside the first set of glass double doors.
Board Members
2009-2010 Fiscal Year
Jeff Coker, President Jeff is a native of Sumner County, holds a BS degree,
and earned an Executive Certificate in Financial Planning
from Belmont University's Center for Professional
Development. He serves as a board member for Leadership
Sumner, is chairman of the Sumner Republican Young
Professionals, and is a member of the Hendersonville Chamber
of Commerce. He's works as an insurance agent and financial
planner with Coker, Wolfe & Associates, Inc.
Jill Grim,
Secretary An attorney in private practice in Hendersonville, Jill has
volunteered as a student mentor, as a home owner's
association board member, a special advocate for children,
and PTA vice president
Linsey Capps Linsey is a graduate of Providence College in Rhode
Island, with a degree in French and Business, and The Art
Institute of Atlanta, with a degree in Interior Design. She
owns Tile & Stone Design, LLC, in Hendersonville, TN.
Tina Gabbard Recently promoted to Loan Operations Manager after six
years as Branch Manager of the Millersville branch of The
Farmer's Bank, Gabbard has over twenty years' banking
experience. As a resident of Robertson County, she has spent
most of her banking career employed in Sumner County. She
loves volunteering in her local community. She is currently
Vice President of the Millersville Civic Club, is a member
of the Millersville Garden Club, and a supporter of the city
sponsored Renew Crew Program. Most recently she is a
graduate of Leadership Sumner, Class of 2011.
Bryan Jones A CPA, certified financial planner with CPA Consulting
Group, PLLC in Nashville, Bryan concentrates his
practice on comprehensive estate and financial planning,
risk assessments, retirement and tax planning. He serves on
three boards and enjoys spending time with his wife and two
children in their home in Goodlettsville.
Mark Ross Press and publicity manager of Live On Stage, Inc. He
holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and has
experience in marketing and public relations.
