Reach Literacy
English Support
Did you know that over 16,000 people in the Sioux Empire have low to no reading skills?
Can you imagine navigating life without the ability to read and write? At Reach Literacy,
we’re dedicated to changing that. We believe in the transformative power of literacy to help individuals thrive personally, professionally, and socially. For over thirty years, Reach has been a cornerstone in the Sioux Empire community, providing adults with the tools they need to enhance their literacy skills and unlock greater opportunities.
Our Staff
Executive Director
Molly O'Connor
Brooke Sieff
Program Director
Mary Kool
Bookstore Manager
Phillip Humphrey
Inventory Associate
Katie McInerney
Bookstore Associate
Our Board of Directors
President - Cate Sommervold, Doane University
Vice President - Jenny Lockhart, City of Sioux Falls
Treasurer - Kristen Boyle, Beck & Hofer Construction
Secretary -
Kris Denevan, Sanford Health
Lezlee Herdina, POET
Naomi Ludeman, Impact Leadership Consulting Group
Maddie Mack-Knaizeh, Lemonly
Anita Manning, Augustana University
Rachel Preheim, Lockwood and Zahrbock Kool Law
Caroline Srstka, SD Supreme Court/State Court
"Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope."