About Us
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 provide resources, counseling, and tutoring to children, youth, and adults to enhance their skills in all academic areas.
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 2009, the LCSC served 82 students directly, 130
indirectly (through consultations and referrals) from
Sumner and surrounding counties.
- The same year, 33 volunteers gave 1,665 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.

Location
Literacy Council of Sumner County
260 West Main Street
Hendersonville , TN 37075
Click here for a map from Mapquest.
Directions From Gallatin or North Hendersonville
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
Ronald R. Humphrys, President
Mr. Humphrys is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State
University, with a BS in Economics and Finance. He retired
from Dollar General Corporation after twenty-seven years
with the company. During his career he held several
merchandising positions, was a member of the corporate
strategic planning team, led several major multi-department
projects, and was VP of Logistics and Importing.
Ronnie Wise, Vice President
A professional librarian and the founder and former CEO
of the Bolivar County Literacy Council, Inc. in Mississippi.
He now works with his wife in her motion picture research
company.
Eddie Wyatt, Treasurer
Owner of Value Max, a sales and merchandising service
for the retail industry. Former vice president divisional
merchandise manager for softlines and home at Fred's and
Dollar General Stores. He currently serves on the Gallatin
Board of Zoning Appeals and the board of directors for the
Woodhaven Homeowners Association.
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
Michelle Bellah
Michelle has held various positions in her fifteen years
with PepsiCo. Currently she is a senior national account
manager, calling on Dollar General. She holds a bachelor's
degree in business administration from Texas Tech
University, and resides with her husband and son in
Hendersonville.
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.
Jeff Coker
An insurance agent with CPW Insurance Services, Inc. He
is a member of Insurors of Tennessee and the Hendersonville
Chamber of Commerce.
Lynda Evjen
Lynda is the owner/president of Evjen and Associates. She
has many years of experience in fundraising and helping
non-profits. She holds board positions with Hendersonville
Optimist Club, Rhinestone Cure for Diabetes, the Wang
Foundation and HolidayFest.
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.
Elizabeth A. Lacey
A retired social worker, she has also worked with people
with drug or alcohol addiction, the homeless, and persons
with needs for personal enrichment through GED completion
and other tools for personal growth.
Dr. Floyd E. Lacey, Sr.
Retired military chaplain, retired pastor and former
supervisor of a preschool program. He is a former college
instructor and a Christian educator at the local and
denominational level. He is a community worker concerned
about the welfare of his community.
Julianne Lee
Professional novelist, with ten books of historical fiction
published by Penguin Putnam, Inc. Former journalist and
writer of video sleeve copy for Fox Home Entertainment. She
worked as an LCSC tutor for five years before joining the
board.
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.
Denine Torr
The director of the Community Initiatives division of Dollar
General Stores, where she oversees corporate and foundation
giving, employee volunteer engagement efforts, and assists
with the development of cause related marketing partnerships
for Dollar General's thirty-five state market.
Partner Agencies and Further Research
Tennessee Literacy Coalition
United Way of Sumner County
Giving Matters
Proliteracy
JustGive
Wizard
Rabbit Publishing
Irlen
Beacon Literacy USA
Beacon Literacy Canada
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