Collier Child Care Resources (CCCR) has received a total of $45,000 in donations from The CarMax Foundation, as of August 2018. Each year since 2013, The CarMax Foundation has generously donated $10,000 to the CCCR towards the betterment of early-education in Collier County. CarMax has also given smaller donations throughout the years, volunteered, and organized […]
Business 100 Spotlight: The Wellington Group at Morgan Stanley
Scott O’Dell took the microphone at CCCR’s Business 100 Networking Event at 21 Spices. Scott knows how to command a crowd. “I challenge all of you here to become a Business 100 Member. Do it for the kids!” Scott says. Scott and Jennifer O’Dell are one of CCCR’s most generous longtime supporters. They are […]
13 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Naples this Summer
The Naples, Florida area actually has many activities designed just for kids. We have mainly listed free activities, or ones that are free for kids with a paid adult. From free yoga to movies, there is something to entertain every child. 1. Free Kids Summer Movie Series 10 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, through August […]
CCCR Receives a $10,000 Grant from Empty Bowls Naples!
CCCR is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 Empty Bowls Naples Grant. Empty Bowls Naples awards this grant to organizations that help fulfill their mission of addressing food insecurity in the community. CCCR is one of five organizations to receive the grant, and funds will be used to help provide over 100,000 healthy […]
Jacob Needed a Better Way to Express his Energy. We Gave Him Responsibilities.
“When four-year-old Jacob started with me at Little Wonders, he had been expelled from multiple schools. He had a difficult time sitting still, paying attention, and listening to any authority figures in his life. He knew some of his letters, could partially write his name and recognized some basic numbers. He had difficulties sitting […]
Three early childhood teachers receive Teacher of the Year Awards
Three early childhood teachers received Teacher of the Year Awards at the annual Apple Blossom Awards on Saturday, April 14th. The Apple Blossom Awards honor early childhood teachers who educate and care for children birth to age five, a crucial period in a child’s development. Elma Mejeune, of the Peace Early Learning Center, was […]
Donate to Raise The Roof!
CCCR faces an urgent need. Following Hurricane Irma, one of our four early learning centers, Child’s Path, needs a complete roof replacement. The total cost of a new roof is approximately $111,000. Unfortunately, insurance has denied our claim because of the depreciated value of an older roof. This cost is in addition to over $150,000 […]
Big Impressions by Little Artists® Event Raises Record Amount for Local Children
Big Impressions by Little Artists® Event Raises Record Amount for Local Children The luncheon, which featured a live and a silent auction and took place at the Hilton Naples, raised over $150,328 through ticket sales, sponsorships and auction items, making it the most successful event since its inception in 2012. Over 200 people attended the 7th […]
