Your gift builds Childcare that
WORKS 

for real family schedules

Parents should not have to choose between work and their children.

Machinists Institute is opening this childcare center. Donate today to help create a center designed to serve almost 500 children across shifts from early mornings to late evenings.

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Why give?

  • Safe

    Sponsor safe classrooms and joyful learning spaces.

  • High Quality

    Support our teachers with strong wages and retention bonuses.

  • Accessible

    Be part of the solution for the families that build our world.

Why is my donation important right now?

Construction is underway. Support the solution and help us open on schedule.

  • Are donations are tax deductible

    Yes! Little Wings is a program of Machinists Institute, a federally recognized nonprofit. All gifts are processed securely.

  • Why is my donation important right now?

    Construction is underway now and you can be part of the solution to get this center open on-time early next year.

    A parent cannot work a 5 AM shift if the doors to safe care don't open until 7 AM

  • What makes Little Wings different?

    We provide care before dawn, after conventional hours, and during rotating shifts.

  • Can local businesses or unions sponsor?

    Yes. Sponsorships and naming rights are available. Contact us for custom packages.

Quotes from a recent study

“I was laid off and got work from the day I was laid off, but due to child care not being reliably available or affordable I was unable to accept.”

“I have held off having kids so I could work on my career. I’ve been afraid that I would have to quit working once I decide to have kids.”

“The cost of child care can put people so far into debt that it makes finding a job that pays more than child care costs almost impossible for most families.”

Donate Today.

Parents should not have to choose between work and their children. Help fund this childcare facility families urgently need by supporting teachers, classrooms, and safe play spaces. Your donation moves construction forward and pushes this center toward opening day.

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Donations to Little Wings are made through The Machinists Institute

 FAQs

  • Yes. Little Wings is a program of Machinists Institute, a federally recognized nonprofit. All gifts are processed securely.

  • Construction and equipment funding must be secured so that the center can open on schedule. Every dollar helps us build safe classrooms, outdoor spaces, and technology for early learning.

  • We provide care before dawn, after conventional hours, and during rotating shifts. We support the families who hold our community together.

  • Yes. You can dedicate your gift to a friend, colleague, family member, or teacher. We’ll send you a printable card to share.

  • Yes. Sponsorships and naming rights are available. Contact us for custom packages.