Illinois Action for Children

Illinois Action for Children-Uptown, located in Chicago, IL, has been advocating for child care providers, families, and children since 1969. Their focus is on creating safe, healthy, and sustainable spaces in the community for children to thrive. Through various programs, they provide professional development opportunities for educators, funding assistance for child care centers, and support services for families seeking high-quality child care.

By offering resources like health and safety training, individual professional development funds, and quality improvement funds, Illinois Action for Children aims to enhance the early childhood learning experience for children aged 0-5. Their commitment to advocacy and policy work ensures that under-represented children and families have access to the care and education they deserve. Through research initiatives, they address current challenges to drive better policies for the future.

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