Over the last five years, VOCEL, a Chicago-based early learning nonprofit, has championed the right of all children to access high-quality early learning. Through innovative, research-based programs, such as the Child Parent Academy, VOCEL is helping to ensure that every child is ready for preschool and to become a future leader.

VOCEL strongly believes in the potential of every child and in fostering relationships amongst young children, and the adults and environments that impact them. VOCEL's programs demystify early brain science, make typically hard-to-access classes  accessible to all, and empower a village around every child. 

It is why families continue to invest their time in VOCEL and bring their children back to VOCEL classes week after week - and why I hope you'll invest too. I hope you will join me in supporting VOCEL this giving season, so that VOCEL can bring more high-quality early learning programming to more Chicago families. 

As a member of the VOCEL Associate Board, for 3.5 years, I have been able to witness its impact first-hand and to spend time with the families that are impacted through its  programs.

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to building a better tomorrow by investing in VOCEL and in Chicago's future leaders!