Carole Robertson Center’s Albany Park Site Earns NAEYC Accreditation for Children 0-5 Years
The Carole Robertson Center for Learning is thrilled to share that its location at 5101 N. Kimball Ave. in Albany Park, one of the Center’s three flagship sites, has earned accreditation through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Smart Start Illinois Provides Needed Investments in Early Education—But We Can’t Stop There
The Carole Robertson Center for Learning commends the Illinois General Assembly for prioritizing the needs of our state’s children and families by approving Governor JB Pritzker’s Smart Start Illinois plan as part of our state’s FY24 budget.
E3 Gala Brings Community Together to Educate, Enrich, Empower
Our E3 Gala was a tremendous success. We celebrated the work we do everyday to educate, enrich, and empower the young people we serve, introduced many new people to our work, and inspired them to support the mission. Together, we welcomed 280 guests and raised $269,000 in gross revenue, surpassing our goal of $250,000 and 250 guests.
We had the honor of welcoming Dianne Robertson Braddock, her daughter and nephew. We received an inspiring keynote from Shermann “Dilla” Thomas on the power of relationships among youth in our communities and the crucial role longstanding community centers play in fostering those relationships. We also saw the return of Jacoby Cochran, from City Cast Chicago, as our master of ceremonies.
The Carole Robertson Center for Learning Seeks Proposal for Audit Services from Qualified Firm
The Carole Robertson Center for Learning, a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, Illinois, is inviting qualified firms to provide independent auditing services for its annual financial statements. Interested nonprofit firms can access the Request for Proposal (RFP) document attached to the blog post, which outlines the bidding process and requirements. The completed RFP should be submitted to Tineasha Ellis, Director of Accounting, and Stanley Robertson, Controller. The center emphasizes its commitment to transparency and accountability as a nonprofit and looks forward to engaging dedicated auditing firms to ensure accurate financial reporting. The deadline for proposals is mentioned, urging interested firms to act promptly.
Carole Robertson Center’s ‘Grow Your Own’ Participants Share Stories of Empowerment
You might have heard this phrase before: It takes a village to raise a child. At the Carole Robertson Center […]
Gov. Pritzker Delivers Bold Plan to Prioritize Early Education in State of the State/Budget Address
The Carole Robertson Center for Learning commends Governor Pritzker for his continued commitment to allocating resources toward the state’s youngest […]
The Carole Robertson Center Celebrates Black History Month
Children and youth across the Carole Robertson Center have started the year learning about the Civil Rights Movement and the power of peaceful protest, kindness, and diversity to effect social change.
Mental Health Supports Are Central at the Carole Robertson Center
Integral to the learning and care the Carole Robertson Center for Learning provides is a dedication to meeting the mental and emotional needs of the children, families, and staff who are a part of our community. July’s Minority Mental Health Awareness Month encourages us to reflect on the role the Center plays in providing a safe and stable environment that prioritizes mental wellness for all.
Carole Robertson Center Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for New Infant-Toddler Playground Donated to North Lawndale Site by Play Mart
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 The youngest learners in North Lawndale have access to state-of-the-art playground experiences, thanks to equipment donated […]
