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LEARNING CLUB® program founded in 1972 in southwest
Arizona on Papago tribal lands by
Poor Servant
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National LEARNING CLUB® Office sponsored by Bishop Joseph
McShea and later by Bishop Thomas Welsh, Allentown, PA
1979-2001
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Programs spread to secular and other religious groups in several states, each local group earning grants from different sources.
1980--present |
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Publication of book, LEARNING CLUBS FOR THE POOR, by Paulist Press in 1984. (Book presently available only to individuals starting
new programs.). |
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Model programs received award from the Pennsylvania Association of
Housing and Redevelopment Agencies in 1988.
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Charitable Entrepreneurship Program started whereby individuals can join the
LC® Network as "franchisee" Program Directors. Enables individuals and neighborhood groups to start LC® Programs
without need for agency sponsorship. 2001
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First Regional LC® Ministry Office opens in Boston, MA with the
help of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston. 2001 |
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International LEARNING CLUB® Foundation set up to find funds to help
support network of interdependent LEARNING CLUB® groups. 2002 |
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To donate to National LEARNING CLUB® expansion sponsored by
Poor Servant Ministries, CLICK HERE |
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