Learn — Invitations to speaking engagement on topics related to early care and education
See — Behind the scenes opportunities to observe Collaborative for Children in action, such as tours of our facility or tours of child care programs participating in our projects
Connect — Fun-filled gatherings to connect with other members and family-friendly resources in the community, such as picnics at Discovery Green or trips to the Houston Zoo
Volunteer — Opportunities to volunteer to serve young children in our community, such as building a playground, wrapping and delivering books to children in underprivileged communities, or painting a child care center
Improve Policy — Opportunities to learn how various early childhood policy changes/updates affect families and children, such as meetings with policy experts, key legislators and regulators, community forums to discuss proposed policy changes, and tools and resources to make your voice heard
Save — Coming Soon! Family discounts on early childhood retail and educational products (books, toys, clothing stores, etc.) and opportunities to occasionally get discounted tickets to sporting events for being a member of Collaborative for Children's Circle of Friends
In addition, all of our Circle of Friends members are recognized on our website and receive regular e-newsletters featuring articles.
Our Leadership Circle members enjoy the following additional benefits:- Recognition in our annual report
- Recognition in our E-Newsletter
- Annual progress reports
- Private receptions with guest speakers
Our Lifetime Friend members enjoy the following additional benefits:
- Recognition in our annual report
- Recognition in our E-Newsletter
- Annual progress reports
- Private receptions with guest speakers
- Recognition on the Donor Wall in Collaborative for Children's main offices
- Personal annual briefing from Collaborative for Children's President/CEO
Please click link for information on Circle of Friends Activities.