We hope you can join the Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region for an inspiring and impactful panel discussion aimed at tackling one of the most pressing issues in our community — access to affordable, high-quality childcare.

Families across the area are facing challenges in finding reliable childcare options, but there’s hope on the horizon.

At Connection Matters: Reimagining Childcare, we will delve into innovative solutions and practical strategies to revolutionize early childcare. This isn’t just a conversation — it’s a call to action. Together, we can reshape the landscape of childcare provision, ensuring that every family gets the support they need.

This event brings together parents, advocates and leaders from the Greater Fox Valley Child Care Alliance to share their insights and experiences.

From harnessing community assets to driving policy change at local, regional, and state levels, our speakers will inspire and empower you to make a difference.

Our panel will feature:

• Lynn Coriano and Suzanne Brault from the Greater Fox Valley Child Care Alliance.
• Rachel Blankenship, a mother, Starting Point 2.0 graduate and manager at a childcare facility.
• Carolyn Desrosiers, a mother and the director of community engagement at the Community Foundation.
• Candice Olson, a mother and the grants manager at the J.J. Keller Foundation.

This panel promises diverse perspectives and tangible takeaways. Whether you’re a parent seeking solutions or a community leader eager to enact change, your presence is vital.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement towards accessible, equitable childcare for all. Join us on Friday, April 19, at the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., followed by the program at 8:45 a.m. Together, let’s reimagine childcare and build a brighter future for families in our community.

Secure your spot at this free event by registering here. Together, we can make a difference.

Julie Keller, Executive Director, Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region

The Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region is a supporting organization of the Community Foundation and a separate 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. The Women’s Fund invests in the needs of women and girls through grants, advocacy and education. Since 1994, the Women’s Fund has awarded more than $1.8 million in grants to innovative programs that improve women’s and girls’ physical and mental health, ensure their economic security, promote their safety and enhance their lives.