Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Early Childhood Education & Family Support in Las Vegas
Sunrise Children's Foundation has been dedicated to transforming lives through early childhood education and family support since 1993. Our mission focuses on helping children from birth to age five achieve developmental milestones while empowering families with essential resources. With a team of qualified educators and community partners, we deliver comprehensive programs across Clark County, including Early Head Start, Home Visiting, and WIC services. Our values of mutual respect, integrity, and empowerment guide our approach to creating safe, nurturing environments for children. Through partnerships with organizations like Clark County School District and Nevada Head Start Association, we ensure families receive holistic support.Our programs emphasize school readiness, nutrition, and individualized care for children with unique needs. Founded on principles of equity and accessibility, we serve over 150,000 children and families annually. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our evidence-based curricula and trained professionals who prioritize child development and parental engagement. We maintain transparent communication and ethical practices to build trust within the communities we serve. With 190 dedicated staff members, we continue expanding our impact while staying true to our founding vision of safe, healthy, and educated lives for all children.
Services
Early Head Start
Home Visiting
WIC Services
Early Childhood Education
Family Support Programs
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We've served Nevada communities since 1993 with proven early childhood programs
- Our team includes 14 qualified family educators and 190 trained professionals
- We offer comprehensive services including education, nutrition, and family support
- Our programs serve 2,500+ families annually across Clark County
- We maintain partnerships with 30+ local organizations for holistic support
What people say
Safe place for children
Teachers like family
Actual learning happening
Best training available
Accommodate special needs
Services
Early Head Start
Early Head Start provides comprehensive child development services for low-income families with infants, toddlers, and pregnant women. Our program supports cognitive, social, and emotional growth through educational activities and family support. We serve over 2,500 families annually with individualized care plans and developmental assessments.
Home Visiting
Our Home Visiting program offers free in-home early childhood education for families with young children. Certified educators work with parents as primary teachers through structured learning activities. The program includes developmental screenings, parenting guidance, and community resource connections for optimal child development.
WIC Services
WIC Services provide nutritional assistance for low-income women, infants, and children under five. We offer healthy food vouchers, nutrition education, and healthcare referrals to support proper growth and development. Our program helps families access essential nutrients through personalized dietary counseling and supplemental food packages.
People
Lori Soren
Chairperson of the Board
Lori Soren leads our board with extensive community leadership experience, focusing on educational initiatives and child welfare programs in Southern Nevada.
Leslie Forman
Chairperson of the Board
Leslie Forman contributes strategic oversight as board chair, leveraging her background in nonprofit management and early childhood development advocacy.
Monica Plaxton-Garin
Co-Chairperson of the Board
Monica Plaxton-Garin provides legal expertise and policy guidance as Co-Chair, with a career dedicated to improving educational access for underserved populations.
Kaleo Curtis
Treasurer of the Board
Kaleo Curtis manages financial stewardship as board treasurer, bringing CPA credentials and financial planning expertise to ensure organizational sustainability.
Maximilien Fetaz
Secretary of the Board
Maximilien Fetaz serves as board secretary, applying legal expertise to maintain compliance and support governance frameworks for program effectiveness.
Questions
What programs does Sunrise Children's Foundation offer?
We provide Early Head Start, Home Visiting, and WIC services for children birth to five and their families in Southern Nevada.
How do I enroll my child in your programs?
Complete an online interest form for your location or contact us directly at 702-631-7130 for enrollment assistance.
Are your services free?
Our programs are free for eligible families based on income guidelines and specific service requirements.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Clark County including Las Vegas, Henderson, Mesquite, Pahrump, and Laughlin locations.
Do you support children with special needs?
Yes, our staff works with children having allergies, disabilities, and other unique requirements to ensure full participation.
Can parents get involved in the programs?
We encourage family engagement through volunteering opportunities and regular parent-teacher collaboration activities.
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Reviews (7)
Baby Girl
Mar 12, 2021
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As a previous employee it was disappointing to leave because of management. I had issues with my supervisor and when asked for help thru HR i got the "talk to your supervisor work things out with her". Not the HR i expected. No raise with extra work as well. No support from HR or upper management. This the reason being why staff seperates from the company.
Vicki Secrets
Nov 21, 2020
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I loved this program in the beginning. As time went on though we changed teachers and site directors so much I swear it was every few months. The last director lost my sons paperwork for the older kids program and found it 2 months later causing our app to be pushed back behind others. Then I reapply for my unborn child and was told I make to much. Which still confuses me. I make .36 cents more than I did on the last updated income info and I will now have 2 kids on top of getting welfare and section 8. So basically I'll be quitting my job since I cant afford care. So thanks for keeping your community
Corazon Rodriguez
Oct 28, 2019
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Very bad if you go to hospital is because you don't feel good, well they left you waiting more then 5 hours if you lucky some time the waiting time is more than 12 hours and then when finally you see a doctor the request to made a lot test and then you have to wait several hours this hospital was the best on Las Vegas on 90's but actually they're a disaster no recommend at all they just interested if you have insurance if you the left you in the hospital for days and you don't know what you have I'm personally I have very bad experience in different days and different months so I don't recommend
Silvia Stigger
Jul 18, 2019
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Staff is awful. Diagnosed my son with the flu when he did not have it nor did they run any test. Another time they had my son waiting around with a high fever for hours. Horrible before and after the remodel.
Latonya Ivory
Nov 10, 2018
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The volunteer staff was just wonderful when attended an open house day for enrollment. Disappointed to find that my son has surpassed age for classroom. However, there is an alternative home program. I will keep you updated.
Akeem Kafumba
Aug 03, 2018
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Sunrise Children Foundation is the best company ,they help me a lot by giving a free child care for my twin,without this organization my life was going down,they help me to keep my studies and job.
Melanie Tascione
Nov 10, 2017
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I am so thankful for this program. I don't know what I would do without it. It's helped me keep my job and gave my kids some stability while things were hectic in my life. I truly appreciate the people who take the time to create programs like this to help others. Thank you Sunrise Children's foundation for all that you've done for me and for others.
