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Children's Learning Centers of Fairfield County

90% of a child’s brain develops BEFORE kindergarten, and these early years shape everything that follows. Children’s Learning Centers gives every child and family the support they need—high-quality early education, nutritious meals, health services, and wraparound care.

This isn’t a luxury—it’s the foundation that lets children thrive, parents work, and our community grow stronger.

Big dreams start with small hands—and the infrastructure to hold and nurture them

❤️ Multiply your impact today!

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Children's Learning Centers of Fairfiels County is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record. We'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

Your Gift Changes Lives Forever.
The first five years offer the highest return on investment of any stage of life. Your gift delivers nurturing care and learning opportunities that boost long-term education, health, and economic outcomes. Children enter school ready to succeed, parents can advance at work, businesses thrive, and every dollar invested returns $7–$13 to the community, making your contribution life-changing—for children, families, and Stamford as a whole.
Today, you can build the foundation that sustains Stamford’s future.

NOURISH A CHILD'S POTENTIAL A child can't build a future on an empty tummy.

A nourished child thrives. CLC serves over 500,000 meals each year—at no cost to families. Fueling the brain development that happens before age 5, good nutrition gives children the energy to absorb language, solve problems, and build social skills. For parents, it's peace of mind. For children, it's everything. YOUR GIFT OF $1,500 PROVIDES A FULL WEEK OF NUTRITIOUS MEALS FOR 60 CHILDREN.
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BUILD FUTURE SUCCESS With The Tools That Shape Tomorrow

Play is the foundation for brain development. Children learn through all their senses and experiences, strengthening language, social, and fine motor skills. 1 in 3 Stamford Public School students are CLC graduates, arriving ready to thrive because they had the right experiences at the right time. We create a promising tomorrow with the right tools today. YOUR GIFT OF $750 EQUIPS OUR CLASSROOMS WITH BOOKS AND LEARNING MATERIAL.
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STRENGTHEN FAMILIES When Families Thrive, Communities Rise

CLC's wraparound services—screenings, mental health support, referrals—catch challenges early and connect families to critical resources. When families have guidance and stability, children flourish, parents can work and build their futures, and the whole community thrives. YOUR GIFT OF $350 PROVIDES CRITICAL FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES THAT CHANGES A CHILD'S ENTIRE TRAJECTORY.
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Make it CLC! Make a Difference!

THE PROOF IS IN THE DATA:  Early Learning Changes Everything
The Stamford Advocate (December 6, 2024) reported striking findings from Stamford Public Schools' kindergarten assessments:
**70% of children with pre-school experience meet or exceed benchmarks—compared to only 30% without it.
**Early childhood education is critical for kindergarten readiness and lifelong success.
**When children arrive prepared, parents can work with confidence and employers gain reliable talent.
**CLC serves working families who power Stamford's economy, ensuring every child gets the foundation that shapes a lifetime.
 
The first five years shape everything. Every child deserves the best start.

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