Our Mission

Start Early advances quality early learning for families with children, before birth through their earliest years, to help close the opportunity gap.

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What We Do

Our comprehensive approach to early learning and care applies our deep expertise in program, policy and research so that children, families and educators can thrive.

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From our roots directly serving families and children on Chicago’s South Side and in rural Illinois, we have expanded to impact programs and policies nationwide.

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