Stories - Page 2 - East Durham Children's Initiative

There is a lot going on at EDCI. Read through our Stories to find out about upcoming events, new programs and services, to hear from EDCI families, and stay up-to-date with our latest news.

October 17, 2018

Grow with us.

Help grow our ecosystem of academic supports for children and families in East Durham. We're excited to share opportunities for every budding volunteer! Sign up now: https://bit.ly/2pOQzXJ Read More

October 12, 2018

We're moving!

Our boxes are packed, and we're excited to move back to 2101 Angier Ave! We'll see everyone bright and early on Tuesday morning. And a huge thank you to Antioch Baptist Church and Pastor Page for our wonderful experiences on Holloway Street. We're so glad that we'll still be neighbors! Read More

September 11, 2018

Hurricane Preparation and Safety

EDCI will be closed on September 13 and 14. We want you to be safe in the impending hurricane. Please review this important safety information. Read More

May 3, 2018

Op-Ed: Building a better future for Durham’s kids

BY SHARON HIRSCH AND DAVID REESE May 02, 2018 06:00 AM Updated May 02, 2018 06:00 AM Original Column published by the the News & Observer As our city undergoes a renaissance, it’s hard not to observe this explosion of development and wonder what awaits futur… Read More

July 20, 2017

EDCI STEAM Summer Camp featured on ABC 11 News

Check out this great profile of EDCI STEAM Summer Camp from ABC 11 News! Read More

June 19, 2017

EDCI Summer Programs Have Begun

Summer is a busy time here for us at EDCI. Our Summer programs kicked off Monday, June 19th; here are some of the programs that are now underway: EDCI Summer Lunch EDCI STEAM Summer Camp EDCI Summer Camp Camp High Hopes Read More

March 1, 2017

EDCI LEAP Academy preschool featured in video by Carolina Hurricanes

The Carolina Hurricanes, whose Kids' N Community Foundation has supported the EDCI LEAP Academy with a three-year GOAL grant, put together this incredible video about the EDCI LEAP Academy preschool. Watch how this low-cost, bilingual preschool is making a difference in the lives of E… Read More

March 1, 2017

Community Leader Spotlight: America's Promise Alliance

Check out this great profile of EDCI CEO & President David Reese in the December edition of "Community Leader Spotlight" from America's Promise Alliance. David shares what current work in the community excites him most, what motivates him to work with EDCI, community successes in East Du… Read More

March 1, 2017

Taste the Event 2017: Eat and drink for a great cause!

Want to celebrate Durham's food and beverage scene? Great news: EDCI has been selected as the charity recipient of this year's Taste the Event festival, hosted by Durham Magazine on April 20-23! Act fast--tickets are nearly sold out. Learn more about Taste the Eve… Read More

March 1, 2017

EDCI early childhood programs profiled in Child Trends report

In this February 2017 report from Child Trends, learn more about a selection of early childhood programs within the EDCI pipeline, how EDCI came together, and lessons the organization has learned through its work. Read More

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We're celebrating our eighth year in operation at EDCI. We have a lot to be proud of and a lot to work toward. We invite you to read our Impact Summary.