
United Way invests in early childhood education because we recognize that these formative years are crucial for a child's overal development and future success.
By supporting early learning programs, United Way aims to create a stronger foundation for children's academic, social, and emotional growth, ultimately impacting their readiness for kindergarten and beyond.
Early Childhood Education:
- AOK
- Amity
- Aquin Preschool
- Birth to Five Illinois- Region 8
- Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois Early Learning Center
- NICAA Headstart
- Open Bible Learning Center
- ROE 8 Early Learning Academy
- Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois
Early Childhood Care:
Serving Boone, Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Winnebago counties
- Child Care Referral Specialist
- Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
- Child Care Provider Services
- Child Care Specialists
- Professional Development & Training
Parent Resources
- 211 Resource Callline
- AOK
- IDHS
- NWIL Community Resources