The foundation preserves and enhances the social and economic vitality of our communities by supporting quality educational programs for young children and families.

We build awareness and foster financial support of Early Childhood Family Services programs through community advocacy campaigns, key partnerships with private and public organizations, and an ongoing commitment to develop, maintain, and promote model early childhood and family programs for the state of Minnesota.

News

04.13.2012
Foundation sponsors local parenting speakers
The ECFS Foundation sponsored local parenting speakers Paul Bernabei and Tom Cody in April 2012. Paul and Tom talked about parents teaching their children to learn from their mistakes. more>

02.11.2012
Valentine's concert fun for District 196 families
The ECFS Foundation sponsored an ECFE Valentine's bash with Koo Koo Kanga Roo. The children's concert brought District 196 families together for music, activities and fun. more >

04.08.2011
Foundation sponsors national parenting speaker
The ECFS Foundation sponsored national parenting speaker, Erin Walsh in April 2011. Erin talked about teaching kids respect and self-discipline in the 21st century. more >

02.05.2011
Children's Concert warms up winter
The ECFS Foundation brought music, fun and friendship to District 196 families by hosting a children's concert with Bob the Beachcomber. more >

09.01.2010
ECFE Sings!
The ECFS Foundation has produced a CD of the most popular songs sung during Early Childhood and Family Education classes.
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