For two decades, the Early Childhood Investment Corporation has worked collaboratively with partners across Michigan. As a public organization funded by federal, state and private supporters, we have invested more than $225 million to improve the social-emotional health, economic stability, safety, physical health and school readiness of all children – focusing especially on prenatal to age 5.
In 2026, the ECIC launched the ECIC Foundation, a charitable arm of the organization to extend the reach of ECIC’s work in the early childhood space. Below are the Foundation’s donation opportunities.
Star Gazer - $50+ monthly
About this Level:
- A sustained monthly gift starting at $50 that gives the Foundation the dependable resources it needs to continue looking upwards towards the stars.
- Recurring monthly gift
Wishing Star - $250
About this Level:
- A meaningful first gift where every dream begins for Michigan’s youngest children and connects donors to the Foundation’s work.
- One-time or annual
Bright Star - $1,000
About this Level:
- A founding-year commitment of $1,000 made by April 2027. Donors may fulfill the pledge in installments throughout the year.
- Pledge by April 2027, installment-friendly
North Star - $2,500
About this Level:
- A guiding force for the Foundation’s mission by providing leadership-level support that orients the work and inspires others to follow.
- One-time or annual
Super Nova - $5,000+
About This Level:
- The Foundation’s premier tier: transformative early childhood partners that are building the future for generations to come.
- Annual flagship gift
Giving to the ECIC Foundation is
an investment in Michigan’s future.