Illinois Action For Children

illinois action for children is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to quality, accessible early learning and care opportunities for children. with nearly 600 employees representing more than 20 programs and service across four sites, we have championed the cause of quality child care and early education for families and children throughout illinois for over 50 years. illinois action for children is a state and national leader in the early care and education community, distinguished by its "strong families, powerful communities" approach to child development, preschool education and other family and community supports. this broad approach to supporting children by supporting families is a proven and effective means to address overarching issues of endemic poverty, which are the root cause of the educational failure of america's poorest children. illinois action for children's outreach and work with low-income, hard-to-reach families, has led us to research