Start Early (formerly known as the Ounce of Prevention) is a nonprofit public-private partnership advancing quality early learning and care for families with children, before birth through their earliest years, to help close the opportunity gap. For nearly 40 years, Start Early has delivered best-in-class doula, home visiting and Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Bringing expertise in program delivery, research and evaluation, professional development and policy and advocacy, Start Early works in partnership with communities and other experts to drive systemic change so that millions more children, families and educators can thrive. Learn more at StartEarly.org. ​


Education

Non Profit

Start Early

Start Early's headquarters in Chicago, IL, United States

This department focuses on creating and implementing programs and strategies to enhance early childhood education.

Early Learning Development

The Finance and Compliance team at Start Early is responsible for overseeing the organization's financial health and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. This team manages budgeting, financial planning, and reporting while also maintaining compliance with grant requirements and financial regulations. Additionally, they work to foster strong relationships with foundations and funding partners, ensuring transparency and effective use of resources in support of Start Early's mission to enhance early learning and care.

Finance and Compliance

The Human Resources and Development team at Start Early is dedicated to fostering a supportive and empowering work environment that attracts, develops, and retains talented professionals. This team manages recruitment, training, and professional development initiatives, ensuring staff are equipped to effectively deliver early learning programs. Additionally, they focus on community engagement and support, enhancing collaboration and resource sharing across all levels of the organization to drive systemic change for families and children.

Human Resources and Development

The Leadership Team at Start Early is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organization, fostering partnerships, and driving systemic change in early learning and care. Comprising top executives with diverse expertise in marketing, operations, people and culture, and development, the team collaborates to enhance program delivery, advocate for policy improvements, and ensure sustainable growth to better serve children and families in need. Through their leadership, they aim to bridge opportunity gaps and create impactful solutions that contribute to thriving communities.

Leadership Team

The Program and Project Management team at Start Early plays a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating various initiatives aimed at enhancing early learning and care. This team is responsible for developing strategic plans, managing program implementation, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. By fostering collaboration among different departments and stakeholders, they work to optimize resources, facilitate effective communication, and drive the successful delivery of programs that support families and young children.

Program and Project Management

The Marketing and Communications team at Start Early is dedicated to elevating the organization's mission and programs through strategic communication and branding efforts. This team develops and implements marketing campaigns, manages digital platforms, and produces impactful content to engage stakeholders and raise awareness about early learning and care. By leveraging data-driven insights, they aim to promote systemic change and advance policies that benefit families and children in their critical early years.

Marketing and Communications

The Research and Evaluation team at Start Early focuses on conducting rigorous research and analysis to assess the effectiveness of early learning programs and initiatives. By leveraging data-driven insights, the team informs policy decisions, enhances program delivery, and supports continuous improvement efforts to ensure high-quality early education for children and families. Collaborating with stakeholders, they aim to drive systemic change and close the opportunity gap in early childhood care and education.

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