Hi, we're Candelen. It's nice to meet you.
You might know us as the Association for Supportive Child Care, but as of July 1, 2021, we completed our long-awaited transition to Candelen. We're excited to continue helping kids shine their brightest as a modernized organization.
Igniting Bright Futures
Candelen joins with families, communities and systems to illuminate the inherent potential of children to shine their brightest. Our early childhood experts offer educational programs, supportive services and helpful tools for parents, caregivers, decision makers and educators to collectively and holistically advance our mission. Our perpetual focus on innovation, iteration and collaboration models the responsive agility we press for in the communities we serve to meet children and families where they are with what they need to thrive.
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Invest
Early education is always a sound investment. For every $1 spent on early childhood, the community sees a $16 return through increased graduation rates, higher wages, and decreased welfare dependence. Your contribution to our essential services brings prosperity back to the community, its children, and residents like you by creating better outcomes for future generations.
Participate
Your time and talents are valuable. Dedicate them to work that strengthens your community by partnering with us to extend the reach of critical early childhood education programs. Explore the many ways you can help kids shine, from one-on-one assistance to group activities.
Thank you to our friends who love Arizona's children, too:
