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January 12, 2021 at 3:14 PM

ICYMI: State Policy Update Report Resources

Hit the ground running in 2021 with these resources to help you advocate for our youngest learners! To view this email as a webpage, click here. In Case You Missed It: Start Early’s State Policy Update Report and Launch Webinar Recording Ar…

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January 8, 2021 at 10:17 PM

Register Today for the Early Childhood Workforce Town Hall on Vaccine Distribution and Federal Relief Funding

News from the Illinois Policy Team To view this email as a webpage, click here. Please read this important notice from our state government partners. Stakeholders from across the entire early care and learning community—child care and early …

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January 7, 2021 at 8:33 PM

Join us! Discussion on early learning’s impact on the reopening of the economy

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Reopening the Economy: Impact on Early Learning Providers & the Workforce  Tuesday, January 12, 12 – 1 p.m. CST  or Tuesday, January 12, 7 – 8 p.m. CST  The ongoing pandemic has left countles…

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January 6, 2021 at 5:30 PM

Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships Webinar

Register today for our first free Building Resilience webinar To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, Happy New Year! We hope you had a relaxing and restorative holiday break. To kick-off 2021, we’re excited to share with you a new le…

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January 4, 2021 at 2:01 PM

End of Year Match Extended John!

Your Impact Can Still Be Doubled To view this email as a webpage, click here. Happy New Year, John! We hope that you were able to celebrate the New Year safely with your loved ones! 2020 was a challenging year for so many of us, but especi…

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December 31, 2020 at 10:00 PM

Just Hours Left to Make Your Gift

Time is Running Out to Double Your Impact 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! This goal is more than a number, J…

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December 31, 2020 at 3:30 PM

Unprecedented need.

You Can Still Make 2x Impact To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, We’re so close to our goal and every gift counts! We need the help of our supporters to reach our $30,000 goal and ensure we can meet the unprecedented nee…

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December 30, 2020 at 8:01 PM

John will you finish 2020 on a high note?

All Donations Will Be Matched To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, There is only one more day to raise our $30,000 goal by midnight on December 31, with your impact MATCHED by our generous anonymous donor. 2020 has been a …

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December 30, 2020 at 2:30 PM

Will you help children like Marina?

Help Us Reach our 2020 Goal To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, 2020 is drawing to a close, and our donation match ends with it! We are running out of time to meet our $30,000 goal by December 31—and we need your help! …

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December 29, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Inequality starts at birth – help us end it

Your Gift Will Be Doubled! To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, Did you know that inequality starts at birth, and the impact lasts a lifetime?  The first five years of a child’s life are the most rapid period of brain gr…

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December 17, 2020 at 7:30 PM

Your voice = $10 for Children

Share why early learning matters to you. To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  Some of my favorite holiday memories involve moments of giving back with my loved ones. It can be so easy to get wrapped up in the flurry of a…

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December 17, 2020 at 4:11 PM

Introducing: Start Early’s Illinois Policy Agenda

The Illinois Policy Team's Commitment to Early Childhood To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Illinois Policy Team is proud to share our first-ever policy agenda! This new, three-year policy agenda represents Start Early’s policy …

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December 14, 2020 at 7:50 PM

Tell Congress to Act Now on Child Care Relief

The Illinois Policy Team Urges Advocates to Contact Congress To view this email as a webpage, click here. UPDATE:  Time is running out to ensure adequate funding for child care in COVID-19 relief legislation. Last week, we were disappointed t…

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December 8, 2020 at 3:40 PM

The 2020 State Policy Update Report is Here

Our annual report provides a snapshot of early childhood policy changes during the 2019-2020 legislative sessions To view this email as a webpage, click here. The 2020 State Policy Update Report is Here! Start Early is pleased to share our …

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December 2, 2020 at 2:01 PM

It's Not Too Late: Match Extended!

Double Your Impact To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, We want to thank those who stepped up to help us meet our $10,000 Giving Tuesday goal. And if you haven’t made your gift yet, there’s still time—our generous anonym…

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December 1, 2020 at 11:01 PM

Just Hours Left to Make Your Gift

Your Gift Will Be Matched To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, Significant learning loss is a reality facing so many young children in America due to the pandemic. A child’s earliest years are the most important when it …

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December 1, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Giving Tuesday Mid-day Update for John

Make 2x the Impact To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, Families with young children living in under-resourced communities are being hit hardest during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our youngest children may feel the impact of l…

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December 1, 2020 at 1:30 PM

Make Your Giving Tuesday Gift and It Will Be MATCHED

Your Donation is Doubled! To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, Today is #GivingTuesday, a national day of giving back. This year, the need is more urgent than ever. Families with young children living in communities that…

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November 30, 2020 at 8:01 PM

John, will you help us get an early start on Giving Tuesday?

Every Dollar Donated Will Be Matched To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, Families with young children living in communities that are under-resourced are being hit hardest during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our youngest child…

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November 30, 2020 at 7:10 PM

Tell Congress to Prioritize Child Care!

IL Advocates: Join the National Campaign to #SaveChildCare To view this email as a webpage, click here. Children, families, and early educators cannot wait any longer. Significant, dedicated funding is needed to stabilize the child care sect…

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November 25, 2020 at 8:31 PM

We Are Thankful For You!

Have a Festive and Safe Holiday To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, While the holiday season is much different this year, we continue to be amazed and thankful for your ongoing support to ensure all children—especially t…

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November 13, 2020 at 4:15 PM

Thank you! “Power of Advocacy” discussion recording available

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Thank you to all who were able to join us Wednesday afternoon for our first “Starting Early Begins With…” discussion. Thank you, especially, to our wonderful panelists who shared the true power of…

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November 10, 2020 at 4:10 PM

Watch the Webinar Recording: Advancing Equity in Pre-K Access and Enrollment in Chicago

And read our new blog post, Equity-Focused Research and Policymaking To view this email as a webpage, click here. Thanks to those of you who joined us for the October 27 webinar: Advancing Equity in Pre-K Access and Enrollment in Chicago: A C…

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November 9, 2020 at 9:10 PM

Don’t forget to register! Discussion on power of advocacy

To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Power of Advocacy: The Fight Against Poverty & Inequity Wednesday, November 11 from 12 – 1 p.m. CST   There is an immediate need for local, state and federal policies that prioritize and …

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November 3, 2020 at 3:36 PM

National Policy Spotlight Fall Newsletter

The Start Early policy team at work Election Day is HereStart Early’s National Policy Team deeply appreciates the hard work of our colleagues and supporters leading up to Election Day. Thank you for making your voices heard by voting and continuing to tirelessl…

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October 30, 2020 at 3:08 PM

You’re invited! Three-part discussion series on importance of starting early

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Decades of research have proven that equitable access to high-quality early childhood experiences is one of the best ways to level the playing field, giving every child the opportunity to reach t…

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October 27, 2020 at 7:48 PM

eNews: A New Name for Our New Reality

Learn more about Start Early! The Ounce is Now Start Early We’ve rebranded! Our new name, Start Early, along with our new logo and tagline, Champions for Early Learning, focuses on the idea that starting early and nurturing the attachments between children and…

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October 22, 2020 at 3:16 PM

Illinois Policy Team's Fall Early Edition

Make Your Voice Count!Kudos to the many of you who have already cast your general election ballots through early voting opportunities. This election is critical - it is a presidential election year, and several other key federal and state officials are on the …

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October 21, 2020 at 2:12 PM

A New Study of Chicago’s School-Based Pre-K System Released Today

Closer to Home: More Equitable Pre-K Access and Enrollment in Chicago To view this email as a webpage, click here. Researchers Dr. Maia Connors (Start Early), Dr. Amanda Stein (Start Early), Dr. Stacy Ehrlich (NORC) and Dr. John Easton (UChic…

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October 14, 2020 at 7:11 PM

You’re invited: Advancing Equity in Pre-K Access and Enrollment in Chicago Webinar

Join us for a dynamic conversation about how findings from a new research study can inform policy and drive equity To view this email as a webpage, click here. Advancing Equity in Pre-K Access and Enrollment in Chicago: A Conversation with R…

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October 8, 2020 at 6:40 PM

ISBE budget hearing dates

The Illinois Policy Team shares how to be a champion for ECE! To view this email as a webpage, click here. Yesterday, the Illinois State Board of Education began hearings as the first step in determining next year's proposed budget. These hea…

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October 1, 2020 at 1:30 PM

Make your voice count and vote!

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Supporter,  Nov. 3 marks the 2020 general election. This election is critical as it is a presidential election year and several other key federal and state officials are on the ballot. COVID-19 conc…

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September 29, 2020 at 7:04 PM

We have exciting news to share!

See what's coming... To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  We have some exciting news to share, and we wanted our supporters like you to be the first to know! We are rebranding the Ounce of Prevention Fund to Start Early. Today,…

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September 22, 2020 at 3:16 PM

Exciting news from the Ounce of Prevention Fund

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Colleagues,   For nearly 40 years, the Ounce has delivered best-in-class doula, home visiting, Early Head Start and Head Start programs and has advocated for impactful and equitable policies and incr…

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September 22, 2020 at 3:13 PM

Exciting news from the Ounce of Prevention Fund

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Fellow Advocates,   For nearly 40 years, the Ounce has delivered best-in-class doula, home visiting, Early Head Start and Head Start programs and has advocated for impactful and equitable policies as…

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August 7, 2020 at 3:45 PM

You’re Invited! Special Virtual Premier of New Documentary “Starting at Zero”

The two film screening opportunities will be accompanied by brief panel discussions with political leaders and early childhood experts To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear friend,  The Saul Zaentz Charitable Foundation, in partnership…

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August 4, 2020 at 9:31 PM

Upcoming Funding Opportunity Webinars from Home Grown

Attend an upcoming webinar about the recently-released Early Head Start Expansion and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Grants To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Colleagues,    Home Grown, a national collaborative of funders com…

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July 21, 2020 at 1:28 PM

Building Back Better Post-COVID-19

Considering lessons learned to determine how we can ensure a stronger, brighter future for all young children To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear colleagues, Over the past several months, both the strengths and shortcomings of the s…

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July 15, 2020 at 7:42 PM

Register today! Educare EHS-CCP Webinar: Partnership-Driven High-Quality Child Care

To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Educare Learning Network’s 8-part article series, A Path to High-Quality Child Care Through Partnerships,  highlights how Early Head Start – Child Care Partnerships address many of the longstanding c…

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June 30, 2020 at 4:30 PM

It’s not too late – become a champion for our littlest learners

Make a Monthly Gift To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  There's still time to make your donation today, June 30, to help ensure that our youngest, most vulnerable children don’t fall further behind due to the COVID-19 pandemic…

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June 29, 2020 at 3:31 PM

Help prevent COVID-19 learning loss: donate by 6/30

Join us today, become a monthly donor. To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John,  Learning loss is a concern that usually comes to mind with older children as they head into summer break and can face up to three months without daily …

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June 18, 2020 at 8:11 PM

Illinois Policy Team’s Summer Early Edition

To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Ounce stands in solidarity with the Black community Enough is enough. The Ounce’s work to provide a bright and just future for all children would not be possible without recognizing that each child, family and…

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June 11, 2020 at 8:40 PM

Honoring Maria Whelan

The Ounce is deeply saddened by the loss of our partner and ally, Maria Whelan To view this email as a webpage, click here. The Ounce is deeply saddened by the loss of our partner and ally, Maria Whelan. Our condolences go out to Maria’s family and…

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June 10, 2020 at 7:46 PM

eNews: Standing in solidarity

To view this email as a webpage, click here. An update from our president The Ounce stands in solidarity with the Black community  The Ounce’s president, Diana Rauner, shares her thoughts on the country's recent events and commits to strengthening and deepe…

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June 2, 2020 at 11:10 PM

The Ounce stands in solidarity with the Black community—enough is enough

To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear John, The Ounce of Prevention Fund's work to provide a bright and just future for all children would not be possible without recognizing that each child, family and community has been uniquely impac…

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May 26, 2020 at 3:26 PM

Illinois legislature approves state’s FY 2021 budget

We applaud the legislature for passing a budget amidst a global pandemic that sustains state funding for early childhood programs To view this email as a webpage, click here. Over the weekend, the Illinois General Assembly approved the state’s Fisca…

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May 22, 2020 at 4:14 PM

Thank you for advocating for our youngest learners! What’s next?

With each letter sent and social post shared, you made your voices heard To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Supporter, Our first ever Virtual Early Childhood Advocacy Week was a great success! Throughout this week, hundreds of lette…

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May 21, 2020 at 9:14 PM

Continuing to support early childhood: resources and tools to help us rebuild

advancing beneficial policies during recovery To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear colleagues, As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic together, our collective questions continue to evolve: How do we reopen safely? What less…

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May 20, 2020 at 8:10 PM

Advocacy Week! Fund essential early childhood services: CCAP, EI and Home Visiting

Urge the Illinois legislature to continue its support of these critical services in this year’s budget To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Supporter, The Illinois General Assembly is back in session today for the first time in two mo…

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May 19, 2020 at 8:18 PM

Advocacy Week! Support critical investments to the Early Childhood Block Grant

Ask lawmakers to sustain and strengthen funding for early childhood programs To view this email as a webpage, click here. Dear Supporter, The COVID-19 pandemic has shown how essential early learning programs can be in supporting the healthy devel…

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