Early Learning Coalition of Escambia County

11/07/2026

Thank you, Barnes & Noble for hosting a fantastic time with the Dog Man event.

11/05/2026

🥫💚 OVERFLOW HEALTH ALLIANCE GRAB & GO! 💚🥫

We're opening our doors Tuesday through Friday to serve our community! Come out and receive FREE food while supplies last!

📅 DATES & HOURS:
🗓️ Tuesday, November 3
🗓️ Wednesday, November 4
🗓️ Thursday, November 5
🗓️ Friday, November 6

⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM DAILY

📍 LOCATION:
2200 N. Palafox St.

🚨 IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
✅ Please PARK IN THE BACK.
✅ Bring your own box or reusable shopping bag.
✅ Food is available while supplies last.

Our mission is to help families in our community by providing access to food and essential resources. We look forward to seeing you!

❤️ Overflow Health Alliance — Serving Our Community One Family at a Time!

11/04/2026

More Exciting News for Us Here at Healthy Start!

We're thrilled to share that United Way of West Florida received a Ride United Transportation Access Grant to help remove transportation barriers for pregnant and postpartum women and their babies in our community. Through this program, eligible moms living in zip code 32505 may receive free rides to and from prenatal and postpartum healthcare appointments, as well as their babies' pediatrician visits for up to one year, making it easier to access the care they need. Healthy Start is a proud partner in this effort and will be coordinating service delivery.

Currently available to pregnant and postpartum women residing in 32505. We will expand to additional Escambia County zip codes in the future as implementation progresses and services are made available in those areas.

Contact Healthy Start today at, 850-696-2291, to learn more or see if you qualify!

A special thank you to Ride United, United Way Worldwide, and United Way of West Florida for helping improve access to care for local mothers and babies.

11/02/2026

Join us for The Future Call with The Children's Movement of Florida 11am Central Time/ 12pm Eastern.

On our next Future Call, we’ll explore how communities can find new ways to bring early learning opportunities and resources within reach of more families.

Melissa Jennings, community impact director at the Early Learning Coalition of Escambia County, will share how their Inspiration Station, a classroom on wheels, brings community resources, connections, and early learning support closer to families across Escambia County. We’ll look at how this creative approach helps connect families with the resources they need and what other communities can learn from it.

➡️ bit.ly/tcm-futurecall

10/27/2026

Did you know?

Staffing shortages are one of the top reasons child care programs limit enrollment or close classrooms, which directly affects how many young children can be served.

That's why reliable substitute support matters. Through ELC Escambia's partnership with Tandem, contracted providers can affordably book vetted, state-compliant substitutes, helping keep classrooms open and children learning.

Learn more: www.join-tandem.com

10/22/2026

It's that time of year again! The Toys for Tots donation box has been delivered, and we are asking everyone to help make the holiday season brighter for children in our community by donating if you are able.
Please keep in mind that Toys for Tots serves children and teens up to age 18, and donations for teenagers are often in high demand. Deadline for drop off is December 8th. You can drop off at 1720 W. Fairfield Dr. Pensacola FL 32501 Ste. 100/400.

Teen Girl Gift Ideas:
• Candles
• Hair accessories and styling items
• Face masks and self-care products
• Fuzzy socks
• Bluetooth speakers
• Earbuds or headphones
• Art supplies
• Makeup kits
• Journals and craft kits

Teen Boy Gift Ideas:
• Wallets
• Socks
• Sunglasses
• Bluetooth speakers
• Earbuds or headphones
• Art supplies
• Sports accessories
• Small electronics and gadgets

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Every donation helps bring joy to a child or teen during the holiday season!

10/20/2026

Wondering when to use Tandem? Here are 3 situations where your substitute pool can step in:

1️⃣ Call-Offs: A teacher calls in sick at 6 AM? Tandem has you covered with vetted, local substitutes ready to go.

2️⃣ PTO and Sick Leave: Give your team the time off they deserve without scrambling to find coverage.

3️⃣ Long-Term Coverage: Need consistent support for an extended absence? Tandem can help fill the gap.

Every substitute is state-compliant, credentialed, and background-checked. Providers pay only the substitute's hourly wage, and Tandem's service fee is covered by ELC Escambia 💙

Learn more: www.join-tandem.com

10/19/2026

To help local business owners understand the program and navigate the application process, CareerSource Escarosa is hosting an informational workshop:

• What: Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Workshop
• When: Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
• Location: 6913 N. 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504
• Contact: 850.607.8700
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Key Program Highlights
1. Funding Amount: Up to $100,000 per eligible applicant.
2. Interest Rate: 0% interest (interest-free during the term).
3. Eligibility: For-profit businesses located in designated disaster counties that employ 2 or more employees (including W-2 employees and 1099 independent contractors).
4. Purpose: Provides immediate, short-term cash flow to bridge the gap while awaiting long-term assistance, such as insurance claims or SBA disaster funding.

Access the Application & Program Details
You do not have to wait for the workshop to review requirements or begin your application. Learn more and access the portal here:

Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program

10/17/2026

Have a passion for early education and looking to be your own boss? 🏡👶 Turn your dream into reality by joining our upcoming workshop: Launching a Home-Based Childcare Business in Pensacola!

Whether you're mapping out your licensing requirements, setting up your space, or learning how to structure your startup, this session covers the essential foundations you need to succeed.

📅 Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026

🕒 Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT

📍 Location: Early Learning Coalition of Escambia County, 1720 W Fairfield Dr Suite 400, Pensacola, FL, 32501

Don't wait to build a rewarding career on your own terms. Secure your spot today! 👇

🔗 Register now: http://tinyurl.com/childcare-oct29