Enriching Partnerships for Early Learning (EPEL) is honored to share that we received the Community Engagement Award from The Basics, Inc. Network while attending the national conference in Boston.
This recognition celebrates the collective work happening across the Greater Elgin Area to support young children and families through The Basics of Greater Elgin. It reflects the power of partnership—when organizations, educators, healthcare providers, libraries, and community leaders work together with a shared commitment to early learning.
As Justin Pasquariello, CEO of the East Boston Social Centers, shared during the conference, “When all give, all gain.” This message perfectly reflects the spirit of collaboration that drives our work and the many partners who help bring The Basics to families throughout our community.
Together, we are building a culture that supports parents and caregivers in nurturing their children’s early brain development and preparing every child for success in school and life.