S.P.N.A. Signature Events
January *February – Membership Drive
January *February – Membership Drive
S.P.N.A brings early childhood professionals together for networking and support. Our organization helps to eliminate isolation, supports professional growth and advocacy, and provides monthly trainings to satisfy 15 clock hours mandated by the state of Illinois.
April – Pinning Ceremony
June – S.P.N.A. Graduation
Jan – Dec S.P.N.A. Fundraisers
S.P.N.A. hosts fundraisers throughout the year. Business owners that offer quality services are encouraged to place an ad in our quarterly newsletter that is distributed to over 100 child care businesses and posted on our website.
Amazon Smile is another way we you can support our organization, when making an Amazon purchase select Supporting Providers Association as your charity.
Other fundraising campaigns are posted on our website throughout the year
August – S.P.N.A. Back to School Festival
SPNA sponsors a back-to-school festival to bring families together for a day of fun and networking. Free Books bags are distributed to children entering school to ease the financial burden for parents.
September – Annual Leadership Conference
Annual Leadership Conference is a series of trainings in which the overarching goal is to enhance the capacity for individuals to become active in leadership roles. The training is designed to build relationships within the organization, inspire and motivate members to action.
SPNA Quarterly Newsletter
SPNA offers quality trainings to satisfy 15 clock hours mandated by the state. We are a training entity with Gateways and all trainings are updated on your portal once completed. Workshops for members are free Non-members $10 donation
Annual Membership Dues – (January – December 31st)
•Membership Dues – $135.00 •Licensed Exempt – $67.50 •Assistant Dues – $67.50
Member Benefits
- Provide a platform for members to network and support each other.
- Promote Advocacy
- Provide information and resources to remain current on issues related to early childhood.
- Share Resources
- Mentoring and support.
- Trainings which provide certificates to help satisfy DCFS mandated clock hours.
- Share and receive information on the Best Practicesto enhance childcare business.
- Union (SEIU) updates