According to Educational First Steps Executive Director John Breitfeller,
“My wish is that all children receive the early childhood experiences they need and deserve. They make it possible for children of all backgrounds to learn how to interact positively with the world and contribute to it using their full talents, in school and in life.
“For parents among the working poor, too few affordable, high-quality childcare options exist. Educational First Steps’ mission is to provide these life-altering experiences to at-risk children. Working hand–in-hand with daycare centers in the poorest neighborhoods in 17 North Texas school districts, we create nationally recognized early childhood programs, staffed by trained, professional teachers. By teaching positive social interaction and academic skill-building, we prepare these at-risk children from the day they are born to enter school and succeed.
“How can MySweetCharity readers help? From December 11 through January 3, join us at the Galleria Mall for Dallas CityScape, which features spectacular scenes of Dallas landmarks and other amazing scenes, from pirate ships to outer space, created with toy bricks. Tickets to Dallas CityScape are $3, and sponsorships of bricks are available for $500, all benefiting Educational First Steps.
“And, if you can’t join us at Dallas CityScape, consider making an investment in all our children during the years that matter most, by making an end-of-year donation online. It’s the smartest investment we can ever make.”
-By John Breitfeller, Educational First Steps executive director
* Graphic and photo provided by Educational First Steps