Invest in Tomorrow: Securing the Future of Early Childhood Education in our Community

As the Leelanau Children's Center approaches its 50th anniversary in the 2026-2027 school year, we've launched a campaign critical to the future of Early Childhood Education and Care in our region - LCC’s Invest in Tomorrow Endowment Campaign. This $3 million unrestricted endowment initiative will ensure LCC's long-term sustainability and lasting impact on the children and families of our community.

For nearly half a century, LCC has been the cornerstone of high-quality, play-based early education in Leelanau County, serving as the only community-based preschool across multiple school districts. As our region's young families face the challenge of balancing quality Early Childhood Education and Care with affordability, LCC fills a critical gap - yet the annual cost to serve each student significantly outpaces what tuition alone can support.

The LCC Community Fund will provide the financial security and flexibility needed to maintain our exceptional standards while keeping education accessible for all families. By investing in tomorrow, you're not just supporting a preschool, you're strengthening the foundation of our entire community, ensuring that future generations will have access to the same transformative Early Childhood Education and Care that has shaped so many lives in Leelanau County.

Join us in building a legacy that will nurture Leelanau County's children for the next 50 years.