The early childhood years, pre-birth to age 5, are a time of intense brain development. In fact, 80% of the brain is developed by age 3. This increases to 90% by age 5. It is important for our children and the future of our communities that all children get the best start possible.
Linking Families and Communities is a proud local partner of the Early Childhood Iowa initiative. We are committed to tackling issues and working with communities and community service providers to make that possible. We believe that:
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Each family has strengths and is responsible for a child’s well-being and development.
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Each family has a right to access quality services that support self-sufficiency.
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Early intellectual stimulation of children is critical.
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Each child has a right to be safe, healthy, educated and nurtured.
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Every child has the right to quality, accessible and affordable child care.
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All adults in the community have the responsibility of nurturing children.
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Early childhood is important to children, families, business and the community at large. ​
Linking Families and Communities gladly accepts charitable contributions for early childhood projects that improves the lives of children age 0-5 and their families.
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Currently, Linking Families and Communities has many child care initiatives that could utilize community and donor support.
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One hundred percent of every dollar donated to Linking Families and Communitie swill support and enhance early childhood services.
