Wonders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Supporting Today’s Workforce While Creating Tomorrow’s
Over the years our commitment has been unwavering – meaningful connections between children and teachers, engaging learning environments, dedication to working families, and investment in professional careers for our teachers and staff.
Wonders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your donations allow us to continue to provide quality Early Learning and Extended Day services. Our community of donors helps ensure that we are able to provide high-quality programs that families need and children deserve.
WONDERS TODAY
As a nonprofit, Wonders has employed a variety of tactics to ensure that we not only remain open for our families but emerge from the pandemic stronger than before. A combination of federal loans, county grants, city grants, a foundation grant, donations, furloughs, and Wonders' own reserve fund has enabled Wonders to make it to today. Wonders is more fortunate than most - drawing upon all our resources to close the gap between tuition and expenses.
Wonders is currently operating all 9 of our early learning and extended day programs. Each program operating at a much-reduced capacity. Our tuition revenue in September 2020 was 20% of what it had been in September 2019, yet our staffing expenses were down only 40% due to ratio requirements and our commitment to high-quality education and care. While we monitor and manage these challenging numbers, we also celebrate the immeasurable joyful learning that is happening every day. We believe there is Strength in Wonders.
We ask that you help us continue to strengthen and sustain Wonders this current program year. The incredible outpouring from current parents, alumni, and community partners, both in terms of financial support and moral support has been heartwarming. In addition to our families and friends, the Wonders' Board of Directors dug deep to do provide support – even during this economically challenging time. We realize that many families are hurting financially at this time but if you are in a position to help, we ask that you join in strengthening Wonders.
How to Donate
Donate online to have your contribution processed quickly, easily, and securely.
Donate By phone Call (301) 654-5339 between 9 am and 5 pm
Donate By mail Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day
5272 River Road
Suite 530
Bethesda, MD 20816
Please make your check payable to Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day
Our Hours
Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm
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COMMITTED TO
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
We believe the work of early care and education and before and after school programs has a direct impact on how children think of themselves as life-long learners and responsible members of a community. As a nonprofit, we invest in our teachers, who are integral to the quality of our programs. It is our mission to provide programs that are accessible and affordable to as many families as possible.