At EELE, we believe in the power of connection, collaboration, and shared leadership.
Our work focuses on three key areas: Community Engagement & Collective Voice, Resource Access, and Strategic Partnerships & Innovation — all designed to strengthen early learning business owners and elevate the role of childcare across Miami-Dade.
Through in-person gatherings and virtual events, we create opportunities for members to learn from one another, access practical support, and build strong relationships that support a more sustainable future for early learning.
Community Engagement & Collective Voice
We equip EELE members with clear messaging, tools, and opportunities to engage community leaders, industry partners, and local stakeholders about the essential role of early learning.
Our focus includes:
Strengthening shared messaging about the economic and community impact of early learning
Supporting conversations around sustainable wages and workforce stability
Increasing visibility of early learning businesses across chambers and business networks
Expanding access to high-quality early education through stronger partnerships
Engaging providers, experts, and aligned organizations in meaningful dialogue
EELE serves as a trusted resource connector for early learning business owners.
We identify, map, and share funding, workforce, and technical assistance opportunities so members can easily find and use the support available to them.
Our Resource Hub includes:
Building Connections: Peer collaboration to share real-world solutions
Business Support: Tools and guidance for financial management, operations, and sustainability
Professional Development: Training and workforce pathways that strengthen program quality
Access to Community Resources: Connections to scholarships, wage supports, and workforce initiatives
At EELE, innovation means strengthening the ecosystem around early learning business owners.
With the support of partners and members, we:
Build cross-sector partnerships that highlight childcare as essential to workforce and economic development
Identify funding and resource gaps to inform new collaboration opportunities
Explore sustainable models that support business growth and workforce stability
Create space for thoughtful dialogue and collaborative problem-solving
Innovation at EELE is rooted in relationships, visibility, and long-term sustainability.
EELE Coalition Meetings: Where Connection Sparks Change
These meetings are a chance for EELE members and other early learning leaders to come together, feel supported, and share what’s really going on in the field. Whether you’re joining in person or online, you’ll connect with others, learn new ideas, and find real ways to grow your business and make a difference.
Each gathering includes open conversations, helpful tips from experts, and updates on how we can all speak up for better policies. You’ll leave with new ideas, new connections, and a stronger sense of what we can do together.
Come hang out, speak up, and be part of something bigger!
May 21st Meeting Recap Focus & Partnerships: Hosted at KIPP Miami, this meeting brought powerhouse leaders together to connect and share high-impact community resources. We also gathered insights for a virtual platform to help provide easier access to day-to-day information & resources. Key Highlights: Featured presentations from The Lucy Project on their upcoming Unlocking Literacy Conference (introducing dedicated tracks for Birth-to-5 and Leadership), new supply partnerships with the Miami Diaper Bank, and professional development opportunities through United Way Miami’s CFE Conference. This event took place KIPP Miami - North CampusMiami, FL Thursday, May 21 • 12 PM - 2 PM
February 19th Meeting Recap Focus & Strategy: Hosted at Creative Learning Center, this session focused on launching our 2026 strategic roadmap (covering property standards, coalition growth, and strategic wins) and leveraging data to prove early learning is the backbone of the Florida economy. Key Highlights: Featured a powerful data presentation by Marya from The Women’s Fund, followed by board members taking that advocacy data directly to legislators at Children’s Week in Tallahassee. The event also highlighted resources from Abby Care, Parent to Parent Miami, Ron (Unprofessional Development), Uplift Literacy, and Survival Response. This event took place: The Creative Learning Center, Miami, FL Thursday, February 19 • 11 AM - 1 PM
