Shaping the Future, One Child at a Time

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Real-World Experience

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Working in an early learning center gives students hands-on experience with child development theories, classroom management, and curriculum implementation.

Reducing Cost Barriers

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Scholarships that cover childcare costs enable parents to pursue their education by reducing financial barriers, allowing them to focus on their studies and achieve their academic and career goals while ensuring their children are cared for in a safe and nurturing environment.

Boosts Development

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Early childhood education promotes cognitive, social, and emotional development during critical formative years, setting a strong foundation for future learning and success.

How Your Donation Helps

Early childhood education lays the foundation for lifelong learning and development. It fosters critical cognitive, social, and emotional skills during the most formative years of a child’s life, preparing them for future academic success. High-quality early education encourages creativity, problem-solving, and social interaction, helping children build confidence and resilience. Investing in early education benefits not only individual children but also strengthens families and communities, creating a brighter future for all.

The Family Development Center not only supports children, but students as well. The FDC is dedicated to supporting UCCS students by providing hands-on learning opportunities through internships and practicums and offering affordable, high-quality childcare for student parents. With scholarships covering 25%-70% of childcare tuition based on Pell eligibility, the FDC helps alleviate financial stress so students can focus on their education and family.

Support the Family Development Center

"The grant makes not only the difference in my studies but also our home life."

- Paul U.

"The FDC has been like a home to my sons. All the teachers are loving and understanding. Without CCAMPIS they would not be able to go here because of the cost."

- Cianna A.

"My family is able to afford our bills. William is learning more than ever before. I get to spend more quality time with William since I have time to study alone which has helped us foster a secure attachment even more - all thanks to this grant. Thank you!"

- Rachael R.

"It's been so helpful with cost of living and having 1 income household."

- Nathaniel W.