Children's Friend

Reading exposes young children to new words, helps them develop language skills, and improves cognitive development. Our teachers and volunteers read to children in our classrooms, and we see the results firsthand. Head Start and Early Head Start are currently enrolling - https://ow.ly/5SN050TRBbf

Voice your support for child care investments in the Governor's FY 2026 budget! When families have access to affordable, quality child care, our labor force and economy are stronger. 📈 🖊️ Sign the petitions from Right from the Start below (using your Rhode Island voting address) before they close on Friday, November 1st! 1. Make the Child Care for Child Care Educators Program Permanent - https://ow.ly/vJHn50TR8Zf 2. Eliminate Barriers in the Child Care Assistance Program - https://ow.ly/8kt550TR8Ze

This year, we're celebrating 190 years of serving Rhode Island's vulnerable children and families. Here's a video of how we've evolved since 1834. Make a donation today to support Children's Friend for the next 190 years. - https://lnkd.in/eGxGPhxE

Golf packages make great holiday gifts! Our auction has three different golf packages at great prices. The lowest starting bid is only $175. Get your bid on now! https://lnkd.in/eX3SirKF

There are just three days until the Investing in Our Children Luncheon! Are you as excited as we are? We can't wait to see Tallulah's Taqueria, UnitedHealthcare, USI Insurance Services, Wittij Consulting, and all our sponsors and friends on Friday!

There's still time to buy a ticket to join us under the tent on Friday, October 18th for the Investing in Our Children Luncheon. Don't miss out! Get your tickets here - https://lnkd.in/e-WeqKju

We're counting down the days until the Investing in Our Children Luncheon on Friday, October 18. Thanks to sponsors like @nwncarousel, Quinn & Company, real.good.ventures, and Regina Costa we're going to have a great time! https://lnkd.in/e-WeqKju

The 22nd Annual Investing in Our Children Luncheon is coming up on October 18, and the auction is now LIVE! This is your chance to score a great deal on an unforgettable experience or unique item. We have 32 packages available. View the packages and start your bidding here - https://ow.ly/QW9l50TK1f9

Happy Friday! Let's close out this week with a big thank you to Investing in Our Children Luncheon Bronze sponsors JLC Design Studios/SJA Design, Lakeshore Learning Materials, Locke Lord LLP, and Navigant Credit Union. Join us all on October 18th - https://lnkd.in/e-WeqKju

Happy World Mental Health Day to all! To take care of your children and family, you must also take care of yourself. It's okay not to be okay - we're all in this together. Let's continue spreading love and support and always prioritize self-care. #WorldMentalHealthDay