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Collaboration for Early Childhood

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Collaboration for Early Childhood

Envisioning communities where every child has the care, relationships, & resources needed to thrive.

Mission:
The Collaboration for Early Childhood is a community-driven organization that cultivates the development of the whole child, birth to age five, by engaging families, local organizations, early childhood educators, caregivers, and health providers to create equitable, nurturing, and interconnected systems of support. Vision:
The Collaboration for Early Childhood envisions communities where

every young child has the care, relationships, and resources needed to thrive and to begin school safe, healthy, and empowered to succeed. Core Values:

Collaboration
Whole Child
Equity
Community-Driven
Organizational Professionalism

08/28/2026

Joe explores The Basics principle of talk, sing, and point.

08/26/2026

Friday, September 11 is the 700 block of Bonnie Brae's LemonAid blockparty. They're looking for event volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080848A9AF28A20-65079698-lemonaid #/ and volunteer bakers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080848A9AF28A20-65079718-lemonaid #/ Bonnie Brae 9/11 Charity "LemonAid" Stand

We'll see you there! Thanks for your support! https://collab4kids.app.neoncrm.com/forms/lemonaid-2026-2

It's LemonAid time once again!!! Here is a list of jobs we need to fill for the day of! We have broken things down to one hour shifts (with the exception of cowbell which is a 1/2 hour shift). We have over 100 shifts, so please sign up for more than one! The jobs are age-specific. Please note the de...

08/24/2026

Request for Proposals

The Collaboration for Early Childhood is pleased to announce the release of the request for proposals for workshops for our 2027 Symposium: Connecting the Dots. We invite educators, researchers, and practitioners to contribute their expertise and insights by submitting a workshop proposal. This is an opportunity to share what inspires your work, highlight innovative practices, and engage with colleagues committed to advancing early learning.

The Symposium will take place in person, in Oak Park, Illinois, on Saturday, February 27, 2027. Proposals are due Monday, October 5, 2026. All submission details and guidelines can be found in the Request for Proposal form linked here https://collab4kids.org/symposium-2027-rfp/

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Convocatoria de Propuestas

La Colaboración para la Primera Infancia se complace en anunciar la apertura de la convocatoria de propuestas de talleres para nuestro Simposio 2027: Conectando los puntos.
Invitamos a educadores, investigadores y profesionales a contribuir con su experiencia y conocimientos enviando una propuesta de taller. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir lo que inspira su trabajo, destacar prácticas innovadoras y conectarse con colegas comprometidos con el avance de la educación infantil.
El Simposio se llevará a cabo de manera presencial en Oak Park, Illinois, el sábado 27 de febrero de 2027. La fecha límite para enviar propuestas es el lunes 5 de octubre de 2026.
Todos los detalles e instrucciones para la presentación se encuentran en el formulario de Solicitud de Propuesta enlazado aquí. https://collab4kids.org/symposium-2027-rfp/

08/21/2026

We are honored to be included in the 25th anniversary of the Bonnie Brae LemonAid block party. Join the celebration! 700 block of Bonnie Brae, 3-7pm, September 11. As always, thank you for your support! https://collab4kids.app.neoncrm.com/forms/lemonaid-2026-2

08/20/2026

Joe visits all 18 parks in Oak Park! Park District of Oak Park

08/19/2026

Visit us at the Farmer’s Market!

Join the Collaboration for Early Childhood from 8:00-11:00 on Saturday, August 22 at the Oak Park Farmer’s Market. We hope to see you there!

The Market is located in the Pilgrim Church parking lot at 460 Lake St., one block west of Ridgeland Avenue.

08/17/2026

We're having an open house and you're invited! 🍦Catch up with Collab staff and enjoy a sweet treat. RSVP here: https://collab4kids.org/open-house-rsvp/

08/14/2026

Do you have a soon-to-be Kindergartener? Join the Oak Park Public Library for a joyous storytime, designed to build confidence and excitement for Kindergarten! Stay afterward for a community-building experience, meet other Kindergarteners and their families before the big day!

Kindergarten Confidence Storytime
Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 2:30 pm–3:15 pm
Oak Park Main Library Storytime Room
834 Lake St., Oak Park, IL

Do you have a soon-to-be Kindergartener? Join us for a joyous storytime, designed to build confidence and excitement for Kindergarten!

08/12/2026

Watch as Joe explores The Basics principle Maximize Love Manage Stress with Alma from Quetzali Child Care, LLC.

08/10/2026

Our friends at Mosaic Counseling & Wellness are offering a Maternal Wellness Support Group on Fridays.

📆 Fridays from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM, starting July 24
📍 Mosaic Counseling & Wellness, 215 Harrison Street, Oak Park
💙 Free to attend

Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are always welcome. Register here: https://bit.ly/maternal-wellness-support-group

Address

171 Oak Park Avenue
Oak Park, IL
60302

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17086136122

Website

http://collab4kids.org/

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