Impact in Action Showcase: Florida Center for Early Childhood

Members and Non-Members

See how our grant helped create a new, welcoming and authentic learning environment that inspires curiosity and collaboration at the Florida Center for Early Childhood.

9/24/2026

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Eastern

Florida Center for Early Childhood
4610 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34235
UNITED STATES

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Marilyn Keyes
(phone: 201-220-6742)

Kids are our future! At age 5, 80% of brain development has already occurred.

You will experience the importance of early education. Learn why the Reggio-Emilia inspired furnishings we provided are the "Third Teacher" in the room at Starfish Academy, a nationally accredited inclusion program serving children of various abilities 18 months to five years old.

See for yourself why our grant helped create a new, welcoming and authentic learning environment that inspires curiosity and collaboration. Learn why the new furniture reduces stress improves mood, enhances concentration, and supports emotional regulation – particularly when sensory issues are present.

We will take small groups through various learning stations starting at 5:30. The last group will start no later than 6:00.

Please join us!

After the Showcase we will "MEET UP" to Continue the Conversation at Geckos on Cattlemen. Catch up and share your stories. Hope to see you there!

Gecko's Grill & Pub
351 N. Cattlemen Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232

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9/24/2026