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This #GivingTuesday, Make a Donation That Will Last a Lifetime

Quality early childhood care and education, from birth to age five, makes a difference that lasts a lifetime. Interactions at this phase stimulate brain growth, and research proves this is the best chance to set the stage for success later in life. Kids who get this quality early care benefit from lifelong better physical and emotional health, are less likely to engage in risky or dangerous behavior, and are more likely to graduate high school, be successful in college and the workforce, and contribute to our community in positive ways as an adult.

That’s why for our 2016 Giving Tuesday campaign we are introducing our Brain-Building Project, which will deliver kits full of “brain-building” materials, carefully selected by our specialists to bolster young children’s curiosity and learning, to child care businesses throughout the county – particularly those serving low-income families. We remain committed to fostering brain growth in children up to age 5, as research shows this is the best way to prepare them for success in school and life.

Each kit costs approximately $300 and will include books, manipulatives and blocks, and science, art and dramatic play materials.  The “brain-building kits” will be distributed to participating programs following training and intensive technical assistance from Council specialists.

Our goal this year is to raise $18,000 on Giving Tuesday – November 29, 2016 – which would allow us to distribute 60 kits to child care businesses. One kit alone has the potential to help up to 18 children – imagine what 60 kits would accomplish!

Please consider a donation, and help us do something amazing together. Any amount you can give is appreciated – and the Child Care Council Board of Directors will make it go even further by matching your contribution.

Please help us reach more people by sharing this page and our message. We thank you in advance for your support!

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