Trivia Night on November 5th at 6:30 p.m.

Child's Play with CNE is back!

Join us on November 5 at Palmhouse for a fun night of trivia while supporting CNE programming!

Families receiving SNAP benefits automatically qualify for Head Start

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Childcare Network of Evanston seeks a mission-driven Executive Director to lead its next chapter of impact, growth, and community partnership.

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Families receiving SNAP benefits automatically qualify for Head Start

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Families receiving SNAP benefits automatically qualify for Head Start

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Holiday Gift
Card Drive 2026

Want to bring holiday joy to local children and relieve financial stress for local families?

Participate in CNE's annual holiday gift card drive this year! Donate for gift cards below.

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At CNE, we are proud to have made a significant impact on the lives of children and families in our community.
In the last year:

509

Children and Families Served throughout CNE's programs

32,130

Diapers provided in partnership with Bundled Blessings

207

Child's Play with CNE is back!

Executive Director Search

Learn About Our Programs

Find Out How to
Access CNE Services

Early Childhood Education

Empowering
Educators

Proud members of:

Children and Families Served throughout CNE's programs

Diapers provided in partnership with Bundled Blessings

Children funded to receive free early childhood education through CNE

Making a Difference in Our Community

Proud members of:

Children and Families Served throughout CNE's programs

Diapers provided in partnership with Bundled Blessings

Children funded to receive free early childhood education through CNE

Making a Difference in Our Community

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