🎉 A Historic Moment! 🎉 Today, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed SB1 (the Department of Early Childhood Act) into law, creating the first Department of Early Childhood in Illinois! 🏛️✨ A heartfelt THANK YOU to all the advocates whose work and dedication made this milestone possible. Your passion for early childhood education has paved the way for a brighter future for our children. 🌟👶📚 Lastly, a huge thank you to state leaders including Governor JB Pritzker, Senator Lightford, and Representative Canty for continuously championing children and families in Illinois.
Illinois Action for Children
Individual and Family Services
Chicago, IL 7,258 followers
Building Strong Families & Powerful Communities™
About us
Illinois Action for Children is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to quality, accessible early learning and care opportunities for children. With nearly 600 employees representing more than 20 programs and service across four sites, we have championed the cause of quality child care and early education for families and children throughout Illinois for over 50 years. Illinois Action for Children is a state and national leader in the early care and education community, distinguished by its "Strong Families, Powerful Communities" approach to child development, preschool education and other family and community supports. This broad approach to supporting children by supporting families is a proven and effective means to address overarching issues of endemic poverty, which are the root cause of the educational failure of America's poorest children. Illinois Action for Children's outreach and work with low-income, hard-to-reach families, has led us to research and implement highly effective and innovative programs and advocacy to ensure that early care and education, and other opportunities, are accessible to the children most in need. Highlights from our programs include: - Public Policy & Advocacy organizing to expand access to child care and early education, and other supports. - Early Learning Programs to make early education available to young children so they will be ready to succeed when they start school. - Resource and Referral Program to connect child care providers, parents, and employers with resources such as child care referrals, professional development, health services and community supports. Our mission is to be a catalyst for organizing, developing and supporting strong families and powerful communities where children matter most.
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http://www.actforchildren.org
External link for Illinois Action for Children
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1969
- Specialties
- Child Care Assistance, Child Care Provider Resources, Early Care & Education Public Policy & Advocacy, Early Care & Education Models, Head Start, and Early Head Start
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4753 N Broadway St.
First Floor
Chicago, IL 60640, US
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1340 S Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60608, US
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8471 S Greenwood Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60619, US
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4749 Lincoln Mall Dr
Matteson, Illinois 60443, US
Employees at Illinois Action for Children
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Are you ready to elevate your family child care program in Illinois? Join our Race to Bronze program and work with specialists dedicated to helping you earn your Bronze Circle of Quality. Benefit from expert guidance, enhance your skills, and provide top-quality care. Sign up now: https://bit.ly/4dmxMZW
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Child care workers, parents and allies are showing up for Chicago’s kids at a hearing before the City Council on September 4 to demand urgent action to solve the city’s child care crisis that is leaving tens of thousands of kids without access to the licensed child care they need. #ChildCare4All
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Achieve excellence in family child care by joining the Race to Bronze program. Our specialists will provide personalized support to help you earn your Bronze Circle of Quality. Stand out in your community, attract more families, and ensure the best outcomes for the children in your care. Apply now to start your journey towards excellence: https://bit.ly/4dmxMZW
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🎉 Exciting Deal for Back to School! 🎉 Our amazing partners at Constructive Playthings are offering an exclusive 20% off your entire purchase to our IAFC community! 🛍️✨ From blocks and furniture to playground, sensory, and STEM materials, they have everything you need for early childhood education. Don't miss out on this fantastic deal to enhance your classroom or play area for the coming school year! 🧩 Use code IAFC2024 at checkout ⏰ Hurry, offer ends August 31! 🛍️ Shop now: <https://lnkd.in/emjm96t>
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Today I completed the third session of the Maria Wheelen Leadership Fellowship, and it was exactly what I needed. I received reassurance that I'm on the right path and encouragement to keep advancing in my growth journey. Being described as a leader and a walking testimony continues to inspire me towards sharing my story and motivating others. I’m grateful to the incredible women (see below) who are also on this path of growth and inspiration with me. 🩵💙 #MWLI Illinois Action for Children
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🎉 Join us for Illinois Action for Children’s annual event on Thursday, October 10, at the iconic Harold Washington Library Center! This year, we’re celebrating a milestone—our 55th anniversary! 🎉 Don’t miss this special evening dedicated to supporting children and families across Illinois. Visit our event page for more information and to purchase your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/g6Yhi5Vg #IAFCturns55
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Join fellow supporters—including community members, advocates, generous donors, corporate partners, and civic leaders—as we commemorate IAFC’s rich legacy of championing children and changing lives and come together to invest in children and families across the state of Illinois. Learn more about the event, our featured guests, and get your tickets today: https://bit.ly/3WWnZ5Q
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Are you a family child care provider in Illinois? Take the next step in your professional journey with our Race to Bronze program. Our experts will assist you in obtaining your Bronze Circle of Quality, enhancing your reputation and opening doors to new opportunities. Join the cohort and sign up today: https://bit.ly/4dmxMZW
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