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Invest in a Child’s
Road to Readiness

Did you know that in the greater Elgin area, there are over 18,000 children under the age of five, with 34% living in low-income families? While 5,500 children qualify for free early care and education programs, only 32% can be served due to a shortage of available slots. This leaves thousands of children at risk of falling behind before they even reach kindergarten. You can help change this by investing in a comprehensive and equitable birth-to-five system for our community’s children. By supporting a child during their first 2,000 days—birth to kindergarten—you can make a lasting impact when 90% of brain development occurs.

EPEL supports families’ journeys so children are ready for school and life – because when they START AHEAD, they STAY AHEAD.

Help shape a child’s future by donating today so all children START AHEAD!

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