All Saints Literacy Center enables adult learners to meet the challenges of today by improving their reading, writing, math and English speaking skills. Qualified tutors provide an individualized learning plan tailored to the goals and objectives of the learner in a welcoming environment.
All Saints Literacy Center was founded out of the rich tradition of the Adrian Dominican Sisters, whose early sponsorship laid the groundwork for our mission. In July 2015, recognizing the need for adult literacy services in Southwest Detroit, Sister Mary Hemmen, OP, and Roger Frank established ASLC, opening its doors to the community. While we have since transitioned to an independent nonprofit organization, our history remains deeply rooted in the values of education and service championed by the Sisters. Since our founding, ASLC has welcomed more than 500 learners and partnered with over 200 volunteer tutors.
As a dedicated member of the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Sister Mary remained a champion for adult literacy until her passing in 2018. We remember her as a pragmatic, remarkable gem and a faithful servant, and we are deeply honored to carry her vision forward.
Sister Anneliese Sinnott, OP, also a sister of the Adrian Dominicans, was equally instrumental in shaping the center. Until her passing in March 2026, she served as an active board member, a compassionate tutor, and a vital link to our founding congregation. We are profoundly grateful for the significant role she played in strengthening ASLC and deepening our mission.
Steve Ragan, Board President and Chairperson
Roger Frank, Vice President
Emma Herdean, Secretary
Allyssa Palazzolo, Treasurer
Ines De Jesus
DiAnne Patterson Schultz
Sister Nancy Jurecki, OP
Hojun Lee
James Mallare
Grace Irwin is the Executive Director of All Saints Literacy Center. In her role, Grace is focused on growing the center’s network of volunteer literacy educators and tutors, increasing access to adult education services, and advancing fundraising initiatives through private philanthropy, public support, and competitive grant opportunities.
Grace is also helping position All Saints for continued growth and deeper community impact. She works closely with the nonprofit’s board of directors to grow its mission of empowering adult learners through improved reading, writing, math, digital, and English language skills.
A mission-driven nonprofit professional, Grace has worked in adult education since 2014. She has a strong track record of securing major grant funding, managing adult education programming, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality services for diverse learners and communities. Grace creates sustainable educational programs that expand access and opportunity for underserved populations.
Grace is comfortable translating complex funding requirements into compelling grant proposals and mission-aligned programming strategies. Her leadership approach combines strategic development, relationship building, and a deep commitment to educational equity and community advancement.
Grace holds a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics and a B.A. in Spanish from Grand Valley State University. She is a fluent Spanish speaker with extensive experience serving multilingual immigrant communities. Email her at girwin@allsaintsliteracy.org.
