A strong developmental foundation from 0-5 creates thriving children.

Parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. But the stress of parenting, limited resources, and lack of a support system can lead to feelings of isolation. No one should have to navigate parenthood alone. We meet families where they are, help them identify what they need to thrive, and then work hand-in-hand with them to build a strong foundation for their children in their critical early years. Part of this work includes advocating for equal access to affordable, high-quality early childhood education and care for all families.

Child & Family Centers  

Carpentersville

(Brightpoint Child & Family Center)

Servicing children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, this center offers:

  • Early Head Start
  • Head Start
  • Prevention Initiative
  • Preschool For All programming
  • Licensed to serve 192 students

Council of Accreditation and Illinois ExceleRate Program Gold Level status.

Palatine

(Community Child Care Center of Palatine Township)
Servicing children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, this center offers:

  • Early Head Start
  • Head Start
  • Prevention Initiative
  • Preschool For All programming
  • Licensed to serve 83 students

NAEYC accredited and Illinois ExceleRate Program Gold Level status.

Chicago-Englewood

(Mitzi Freidheim Child & Family Center)
Servicing children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, this center offers:

  • Early Head Start
  • Head Start
  • Prevention Initiative
  • Preschool For All
  • Child Adult Food Care
  • CCAP
  • Licensed to serve 197 students

NAEYC accredited and Illinois ExceleRate Program Gold Level status.

Schaumburg

(Marletta Darnall Child & Family Center)
Servicing children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, this center offers:

  • Early Head Start
  • Head Start
  • Prevention Initiative
  • Preschool For All
  • Licensed to serve 143 students

NAEYC accredited and Illinois ExceleRate Program Gold Level status.

Bloomington

(Scott Child & Family Center)
Servicing children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, this center offers:

  • Early Head Start
  • Head Start
  • Preschool For All programming
  • Licensed to serve 154 students

NAEYC accredited and Illinois ExceleRate Program Gold Level status.

Chicago-Pilsen

(El Hogar Del Niño)
Servicing children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, this center offers:

  • Early Head Start
  • Head Start
  • School-Aged care
  • Home Visiting
  • Licensed to serve 300 students

NAEYC accredited and Bilingual.

Home-Based Early Learning

Home-Based Early Learning

We partner with families at home to promote the growth and development of their children (age 0 – 3).

Child Care Resources and Assistance

For Families

We provide financial assistance and help with referrals to families looking for child care.

For Providers

Child care Information and support for professionals and programs.

For Communities & Collaborations

We provide community organizations and leaders with a strong early childhood infrastructure that promotes positive outcomes for children and families.

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