AAAEYC
Akron Area Association for the Education of Young Children   

Express your voice, engage in a professional community and influence the future of early childhood

The Akron Area Association for the Education of Young Children is the recognized authority in Early Childhood Education in Summit, Portage and Medina counties, helping to ensure quality programs for young children, birth to age eight. In existence for over 50 years, the AAAEYC has steadily grown to its current membership of over 250.

Our Vision:  

AAAEYC strives to lead and consolidate the efforts of individuals and groups working to achieve healthy development and constructive education for all young children.

Our Mission:

AAAEYC's mission is to serve and act on behalf of the needs, rights and well-being of all young children and their families in Summit, Portage and Medina counties of Ohio with a special emphasis on developmental and educational services and resources; and to foster the growth and development of the membership in their work with and on behalf of young children.

AAAEYC Grant & Scholarship Information

Fall 2010

The Good Idea Grant, is made available through generous contributions from individuals, local businesses, corporations, and educational institutions, and the income generated from the Health and Safety trainings.

The Good Idea Grant (up to $750)

The Good Idea Grant was created to support early care and education providers seeking a way to implement an improvement to his/her program. This grant is open to centers, classroom teachers and in-home providers. Ideas include, but are not limited to: going green, creating a garden, sponsoring a parents night, etc. If you have a great idea you have been wanting to try, this grant is for you!

Submit a detailed report of your good idea, including the reason for the project, how it will be implemented, and its impact. You must list any other agencies or grantors who are also contributing funds to this project.

Your request must be received no later than October 31, 2010, to A.A.A.E.Y.C, P.O. Box 1331, Akron, OH 44309-1331. For more information please contact Pam Oviatt at poviatt2@aol.com. Click here for the application in Word or here for the PDF version.