Child Start

Big thank you to PBS Kansas and all of the families who made it out to summer STEAM this morning! The children had a blast with a variety of different activities each providing a unique experience. Children were able to make their own bracelets and art projects, build forts, learn about tornadoes at the weather station and even produce their own videos at the video creation station! Don't forget to join us at 9:00 a.m. next Friday at the Great Plains Nature Center for another fun and educational summer STEAM event!

Today, we had the privilege of joining the East Wichita Rotary Club to discuss the vital investment in our community through early care and education. City of Wichita Council Member Tuttle and Child Start Executive Director, Tanya Bulluck emphasized the crucial need to bridge the gap between supply and demand for quality, affordable childcare in Wichita. We delved into the economic and social advantages of fortifying our early care and education system in Kansas. Additionally, we highlighted our commitment to providing business support and financial empowerment to address inequities and ensure access to resources for the early childhood workforce. Though progress has been made, there's still much to accomplish. We extend our gratitude to our supportive community partners as we strive to create a brighter future for today's children and tomorrow's leaders.

We are joining other nonprofits to collectively drive impact in our community as a 2024 @UnitedWayPlains funded partner! #ForceForGood #LiveUnited

Lifelong success starts early! At Child Start we have been shouting this for decades. Today it is becoming more and more apparent and you have likely heard more in the last three years as the pandemic exacerbated the child care crisis. Would you be willing to help by donating $5 to help us reach our goal of raising $65,000 so we can continue to provide and advocate for quality, early care and education for all children? Donate here: https://lnkd.in/g6b2ezN7 #childstart #givebig4kids #wichita #givingbacktothecommunity

Have you made plans for your end of year giving yet? We hope you will think of Child Start when the time comes! Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gycReZPX

We have two very special anniversaries to celebrate during this month of gratitude. We are eternally grateful to the dedication and heart these women have offered our organization. Alicia Knipp has been working with our Central Office for 15 years as the Coaching Manager. Her heart guides what she does and she is crucial to shaping the knowledgeable, kind team we have today. Jennifer Mies is an Assistant Teacher in Augusta and has been with Child Start for 5 years. She is a light within the child care service, providing the daily support, education and warmth our children deserve. Thank you both for your service in early education. Please join us in celebrating Alicia and Jennifer for their incredible dedication and contributions to Child Start. 💞

Our annual virtual giving campaign is live! Please consider donating any amount to aid our mission of preparing young children for lifelong success. $25 will get a book into the hands of a child. $50, $100, $200 will provide scholarships for educational trainings for child care providers across south central KS. Today, and always, Child Start appreciates your donation and serves our communities thanks to donors like you. https://lnkd.in/efYsYy_8