Dear Friends,

Fairfield County's Giving Day is just one week away! This powerful 24-hour online fundraiser is a special opportunity to support organizations that are making a difference in Fairfield County. 

Every day, family child care providers like Emily Mingia-Lewis, owner of Mingalew Family Daycare in Bridgeport, and her mother,  Jacquelyn Mingia, are transforming their communities. This incredible mother-daughter team shares a deep love for their work, for children, and for each other. And this love translates into a program that is empowering children and families to thrive.

In reflecting on her passion for early care and education, Emily said:

My program is very important to me and I want to make sure I am giving my all. I do have some sleepless nights where I agonize over the best ways to teach a lesson. There are plenty of ways, but I am always after the one that will provide the most learning for the children and for me. It is through these lessons that I learn how each child relates to his or her surroundings and friends, as well as how they learn best. I have tweaked and re-tweaked our learning environment, our materials, and our schedule. All in the name of quality. All in the name of the children. I want the children to love the program. I want the children to be successful with the program. I want to help their families with this program. I want the parents to be comfortable with me and impressed with their children and how they are growing. I know firsthand the joy one feels when your little one accomplishes something new. That joy is unparalleled! To know that I had a hand in that accomplishment warms me to my core.

So on March 1, help All Our Kin continue to support early childhood educators like Emily and Jacquelyn. Thank you for partnering with us to build a Fairfield County  where all children, from day one, are supported in reaching their full potential.

All Our Kin

www.allourkin.org

203-772-2294