The Urban Child Institute supports children and families in reaching critical milestones in early childhood development.
The Urban Child Institute fosters kindergarten-readiness and on-track reading by grade 3.
Experiences in early childhood have huge potential to affect brain development. Through grantmaking, coalition-building, and advocacy, UCI helps families maximize this early window of opportunity to increase children’s chances for health, success, and happiness.
Promote the education, health, and well-being of young children in Shelby County.
Healthy Mom &Healthy Baby
Early Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment
Kindergarten Readiness
Grade-Level Reading by 3rd Grade
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Learn about UCI’s Theory of Change and how we apply it toward our mission every day.
Our Focus
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See how UCI’s active projects create direct impact for children and their families.
Our Projects
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Learn about UCI’s grantmaking and discover how organizations can access support.
Grants
The Urban Child Institute is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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