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September 22, 2022 at 3:15 PM

eNews: What’s Happening at Start Early

September Edition Thank You to Our Amazing Supporters! We’d like to say a big THANK YOU to all of you! Your donations throughout our back-to-school campaign have helped us prepare for the new school year. Thanks to the generous support of this community, we can…

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September 20, 2022 at 6:18 PM

Help Make Proposed Investments to Critical Home Visiting Services Reality Before 9/30 Deadline

Congress is listening thanks to advocates like you - new Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting program legislation announced To view this email as a webpage, click here. We are thrilled to share that this morning, Congress’ Way…

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August 25, 2022 at 6:36 PM

Deadline Approaching, Home Visiting Funding Programs at Risk

Your voice is needed, here's how you can stand up for families nationwide To view this email as a webpage, click here. Congress is nearing its deadline for reauthorizing critical funding for home visiting programs across the country, and we …

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August 24, 2022 at 1:17 PM

Don’t Forget About Our Teachers

Still time to give! To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  There’s still time to make a gift to Start Early’s back-to-school campaign!  We’re counting on you to help teachers have the resources they need to provide the hig…

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  Johanna Vetter, Start Early · [email protected]

August 23, 2022 at 7:15 PM

Don't Miss Our Back-to-School Tips

Give today in support of teachers To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  At Start Early, we know a thing or two about school readiness and the importance of being prepared. That’s why we asked our expert teachers to share …

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  Start Early · [email protected]

August 18, 2022 at 3:22 PM

Preparing for the Big Day

Help our teachers start off strong this school year To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  It’s that time of year again—schools across the country are opening back up and welcoming thousands of children for the start of a …

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

August 17, 2022 at 4:37 PM

Early Edition Summer Newsletter

Upcoming Event! Join Us on Sept. 22  Child Care: Correcting Perception by Acknowledging Impact What would it look like for the supply of infant-toddler child care in Illinois to meet the critical demand of our state’s families? Last fall, a cross-divisional team…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

August 16, 2022 at 6:15 PM

Child Care is the Backbone of Our Society

Please give today To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, The disheartening and deeply disappointing news that Congress has ignored common sense and science, and has failed the child care system, confirms how vital your suppo…

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August 15, 2022 at 4:10 PM

It’s Official, Congress Has Failed Our Youngest Generation & Their Families

Read our statement To view this email as a webpage, click here. This week, President Joe Biden is expected to approve Congress’ final budget reconciliation package, the Inflation Reduction Act, which does not include one cent for early learn…

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July 28, 2022 at 3:16 PM

eNews: What’s Happening at Start Early

July Edition Take Action to Support Critical Home Visiting Services As champions for early learning, we know that starting early and supporting families from before birth into the earliest years of a child’s life is vital. Home visitors work with parents to pro…

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  Kristin Bernhard, Start Early · [email protected]

July 27, 2022 at 2:15 PM

You’re Invited: Webinar on Federal Funding Opportunity

Join us on Aug. 9 at 12 p.m. CT To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Colleagues,  In late June, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced a new round of funding available for the Promise Neighborhoods Program, which works…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

July 14, 2022 at 3:10 PM

It’s not too late. Child care does not need to be forgotten.

Take Action Now! To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,    Our worst fears have been confirmed. Despite promising for months that reconciliation would include significant support for child care, we hear that lawmakers are fi…

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June 30, 2022 at 1:21 PM

Become a Champion for Our Littlest Learners—Give by June 30

It’s Not Too Late  To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,    Access to quality early childhood education is a game changer for families and their communities. Let's create a child care system that puts children and families…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

June 28, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Our Nation’s Broken Child Care System

Help Support Our Littlest Learners  To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,   Affordable, quality child care. Paid parental leave. Child care providers paid a living wage. These things shouldn't be out of reach in America. …

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June 19, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Happy Father’s Day from Start Early

Honoring the Importance of Fathers To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,      As we celebrate fathers today, we are inspired by the real and lasting impact that the love and support of parents has on their children’s prese…

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  Start Early Professional Development · [email protected]

June 7, 2022 at 2:33 PM

Solutions eNews for Early Childhood Leaders

What's new from Start Early Professional Development Come See Us at the NAEYC Professional Learning Institute! Will You Be There? Let's Connect!The Start Early team is excited to be back at in-person conferences! Don’t miss our sessions at the upcoming NAEYC Pr…

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May 26, 2022 at 3:15 PM

eNews: What’s Happening at Start Early

May Edition That’s a Wrap: Annual Luncheon 2022Start Early hosted our Annual Luncheon on April 27, and we couldn’t have been happier to have hundreds of new friends and faithful supporters of young children and families back together again to celebrate the powe…

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May 8, 2022 at 3:30 PM

Today is Mother's Day—give a gift that gives back!

It’s Not Too Late—Be a Champion for Moms  To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,    It’s not too late to brighten someone’s Mother’s Day!    There’s still time to make a meaningful gift. Give today and your support will hel…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

May 6, 2022 at 3:15 PM

It’s Not Too Late—Be a Champion for Moms

Give a gift that gives back  To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,    It’s not too late to brighten someone’s Mother’s Day!    There’s still time to make a meaningful gift. Give today and your support will help the moms we…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

May 5, 2022 at 7:15 PM

Moms are everyday superheroes

Give a heartfelt gift this year  To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,    Being a mom is one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also be overwhelming at times. The last two years have been hard on everyon…

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May 4, 2022 at 6:44 PM

That’s a Wrap! Thank You from Our Annual Luncheon Co-Chairs

Recording and event recap now available To view this email as a webpage, click here. Last week, Start Early hosted its Annual Luncheon, and we couldn’t have been happier to have hundreds of new friends and faithful supporters of young childr…

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April 22, 2022 at 4:41 PM

Join us for Start Early’s Annual Luncheon 2022!

Don't miss a special introduction by Oprah Winfrey To view this email as a webpage, click here. Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Start Early’s Annual Luncheon 2022 is right around the corner, and it’s not too late to register to join us either in-…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

April 20, 2022 at 8:15 PM

Why We Need to Invest in Our Teachers

Support Access to Quality Early Learning To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,   Thanks to the generous support of donors like you, we're well on our way to our goal! But we need all the support we can get! Our goal is amb…

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April 19, 2022 at 8:11 PM

Don't Forget to Register for Start Early’s Annual Luncheon 2022!

Join us next week to see how ALL TOGETHER, we can bring hope to children and families across the country, NOW and in the future To view this email as a webpage, click here. Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Start Early’s Annual Luncheon 2022 is rig…

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

April 12, 2022 at 5:38 PM

Meaningful Investments for Illinois Families in Fiscal Year 2023 State Budget

Start Early applauds approved funding increases for several early care and education programs in its FY 2023 state budget. To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Illinois General Assembly approved the state’s Fiscal Year 2023 (FY 2…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

April 7, 2022 at 8:30 PM

The State of the Child Care Crisis in America

How you can help To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,   Over the past two years, the pandemic has exposed the many challenges faced by parents when it comes to our nation’s broken child care system. With costs of child ca…

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

April 6, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Today is Early Childhood Advocacy Day!

Be a virtual advocate for early childhood advocacy day To view this email as a webpage, click here. Today is Early Childhood Advocacy Day!  Urge the legislature to approve a budget that includes a 10% increase in funding for key early child…

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

April 4, 2022 at 6:11 PM

Join us this Wednesday for Early Childhood Advocacy Day!

Use our resources to advocate for increased investments in early childhood To view this email as a webpage, click here. Join advocates from across the state this Wednesday, April 6 to speak out on behalf of young children and families.  As …

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

March 30, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Virtual Early Childhood Advocacy Day is April 6!

Champion early childhood with advocates across Illinois To view this email as a webpage, click here. Join advocates from across the state on Wednesday, April 6 to speak out on behalf of young children and families. We need your voice to cha…

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March 29, 2022 at 4:15 PM

eNews: Springing Into Action

What’s Happening at Start Early   Save the Date: Our Biggest Event of the Year In the face of unprecedented stress on families, especially those facing economic, social and community upheaval, how can we best promote resilience and well-being in young children…

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March 24, 2022 at 9:23 PM

You’re Invited! Start Early’s Annual Luncheon 2022

Change for families relies on us all together - and together now and in the future. To view this email as a webpage, click here. Wednesday, April 27, 2022 In the face of unprecedented stress on families, especially those facing economic, s…

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

March 15, 2022 at 9:13 PM

MIECHV Reauthorization: Advocacy Resources

Your voice is needed to advocate for federal home visiting funding To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (MIECHV) is the largest federal investment in voluntary home visit…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

March 9, 2022 at 9:12 PM

You’re Invited! Start Early’s Annual Luncheon 2022

Save the Date: April 27, 2022 To view this email as a webpage, click here. Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Join us at Start Early’s Annual Luncheon, presented by LaSalle Network, for an inspirational program of personal stories told by those impa…

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

March 8, 2022 at 5:28 PM

Start Early's Advocacy In Action Series

Resources, tools and information for early childhood advocates To view this email as a webpage, click here. Join Advocates Across Illinois Virtually to Amplify the Importance of Early Learning & Care ProgramsEven virtually, your voice i…

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  Start Early National Policy Team · [email protected]

February 23, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Take Action: Support Early Childhood Special Education, Home Visiting & Infants and Toddlers

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Take Action: Ask Your Members of Congress to Co-Sponsor the Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act Start Early invites you to ask your U.S. Representatives and Senators to co-sponsor the Fu…

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  Johanna Vetter, Start Early · [email protected]

February 14, 2022 at 4:15 PM

Will you be our Valentine?

Still time to become a monthly donor To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,   There’s still time to become a monthly donor and send a Valentine e-card to your loved one when you donate! Give a gift that gives back this Valen…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

February 10, 2022 at 8:30 PM

Send a heartfelt Valentine this year

Give a gift that gives back To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,   It’s almost Valentine’s Day and we’ve been thinking we should go ahead and make things official.  Roses are red, violets are blue. We can't make a differ…

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

February 9, 2022 at 11:21 PM

IPT Spring 2022 Legislative Priorities

The Illinois Policy Team is pleased to release its annual Legislative Agenda To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Illinois Policy Team (IPT) is pleased to release its annual Legislative Agenda, a snapshot of the budget requests an…

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February 3, 2022 at 8:15 PM

Urgent Action is Needed

Help Start Early Tell Congress to Reinstate the Expanded Child Tax Credit To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  Start Early is pleading with Congress to reinstate the expanded Child Tax Credit and make it permanent. Befo…

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January 27, 2022 at 8:43 PM

eNews: A strong start to 2022

What’s Happening at Start Early   Thank You for Supporting Children and Families  Thank you to everyone who stepped forward and donated as part of our Giving Tuesday and End of Year fundraising campaigns! Your outpouring of support was truly inspiring.   With…

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  Start Early National Policy Team · [email protected]

January 26, 2022 at 4:10 PM

National Policy Spotlight: Winter Newsletter

Policy News & Resources from Start Early Your Voice is Needed Take Action: Ask Congress to Reinstate the Expanded Child Tax Credit The economic shockwaves of the COVID-19 pandemic exposed many of the ways American institutions fail to meet the needs of chil…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 11:12 PM

Just hours left to make your gift

Help us reach our goal, John To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  We are just two dozen donations short of hitting our $20,000 year-end goal. Can you help us hit the goal with a donation before our deadline? Every dollar …

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  Johanna Vetter, Start Early · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 2:29 PM

Time is running out, John

Make your year-end gift now, please. Deadline TONIGHT. To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  The year is almost over, which means just hours left to make your tax-deductible gift and have it MATCHED by a generous Start Ea…

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  Johanna Vetter, Start Early · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 3:19 PM

Breaking: Your Gift MATCHED. Deadline Tomorrow!

You can still make 2x impact To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  Exciting news: A generous Start Early donor has stepped forward to MATCH your year-end donation – but only until our midnight deadline tomorrow. Give now an…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

December 29, 2021 at 4:12 PM

We cannot afford to fall short, John

Deadline approaching. Make your tax-deductible gift today. To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  We’ve been so inspired by the outpouring support for Start Early throughout this end-of-year giving season. Our community und…

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  Johanna Vetter, Start Early · [email protected]

December 28, 2021 at 3:45 PM

Deadline approaching—help us reach our 2021 goal

Support Start Early To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  2021 is drawing to a close, and there are just a few days left in the year before our tax-deductible giving deadline. We are still hoping to count on your support…

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  Johanna Vetter, Start Early · [email protected]

December 22, 2021 at 3:22 PM

Help us reach our 2021 goal

Make a tax-deductible gift now! To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  As we celebrate the end-of-year giving season, we wanted to thank you for your interest in our work. At Start Early, we are uncompromising in our share…

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  Start Early · [email protected]

December 16, 2021 at 5:20 PM

Happy Holidays from Start Early!

Wishing you a festive and safe holiday season To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, As we look back on this past year, we continue to be blown away by your ongoing generosity and commitment to our mission. With your suppor…

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  Start Early Illinois Policy Team · [email protected]

December 6, 2021 at 4:42 PM

Start Early Releases Early Childhood Inclusion Report

New Report Focuses on Opportunities for Strengthening Inclusion in Community Settings in Partnership with LEAs To view this email as a webpage, click here. Start Early’s Illinois Policy Team is excited to share the release of a new report,  …

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  Alyia Dixon, Start Early · [email protected]

December 2, 2021 at 4:22 PM

Last Chance: Match Extended Just One More Day!

John, can we count on you? Our programs depend on your support. To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, When it comes to crayons, children tend to gravitate toward bright colors. So, when a young student of mine began drawin…

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