Programs that help
Families stay strong.
Connecting parents, caregivers, and children to the programs & resources they need to stay healthy.
How We Can Help
Free Preschool
Providing free, high-quality preschool to Income eligible families
Play, Learning & Family Connection
Creating opportunities for kids and their caregivers to build stronger bonds through educational play.
School Readiness for Refugee Families
Supporting refugee and immigrant families with young children prepare for a successful start to school
Care, Connection, & Support for Families
CME works with families across Central and Eastern Washington to connect children and caregivers with early learning opportunities, family-centered activities, and practical support. Whether you are preparing a three-year-old for school, looking for ways to spark early learning at home, or sorting out the next step in a complex system, CME helps connect you to programs built around children, caregivers, and the communities they call home so you can focus on what matters most: your family.
Community-Minded ECEAP
Free, High-quality Preschool
Give your child a strong start with Community-Minded ECEAP!
ECEAP, which is short for Early Childhood Education & Assistance Program, is Washington state’s free preschool program. Funded by the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families, ECEAP helps children between 3 and 5 years of age get ready for kindergarten by supporting early learning, health, and family needs, especially for families who could use a little extra support.
Operating Monday-Thursday, Community-Minded ECEAP has two classrooms located on Spokane’s upper South Hill.
Want to know more?
Click the button below to submit an interest form, and our ECEAP Family Support Advocate will contact you!
How is ECEAP different from regular daycare?
While daycare provides care, ECEAP helps children between 3 and 5 years old get ready for kindergarten through learning, play, & social skills. ECEAP also supports families with developmental screenings, health, nutrition, & connections to local resources.
Who Qualifies for ECEAP?
ECEAP is for children who are between 3 or 5 years old and whose families meet certain income or life-circumstance guidelines. Many families qualify based on income, including families earning up to 36 percent of the state median income, or up to 100 percent for Tribal families. Children may also qualify if they receive special education services, have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), are currently experiencing homelessness, or have previously participated in programs like Head Start, Early ECEAP, ESIT, or ECLIPSE.
you’re not sure you qualify, it’s always worth applying!
When can I Apply?
Families can apply for ECEAP at any time. We accept applications year round!
Isabella House Play & Learn
Rising Strong Play & Learn
Columbia Basin College Play & Learn
Play & Learn in CDA Park - Coming soon!
Play & Learn Groups
Building Connections Through
Educational Play
In our Kaleidoscope model playgroups, families engage in their child’s development and connect with other families, promoting healthy social-emotional skills. Children and caregivers explore together through games, stories, and hands-on activities. Held weekly at community locations in Spokane and Pasco.
We currently offer four Play and Learn groups across Spokane and Pasco. Some groups are hosted in partnership with Isabella House and Rising Strong and are designed specifically for families enrolled in those programs. Our Columbia Basin Play and Learn group is open to the public, welcoming families from the broader community to participate and connect.
Play & Learn Groups
Building Connections Through
Educational Play
In our Kaleidoscope model playgroups, families engage in their child’s development and connect with other families, promoting healthy social-emotional skills. Children and caregivers explore together through games, stories, and hands-on activities. Held weekly at community locations in Spokane and Pasco.
We currently offer four Play and Learn groups across Spokane and Pasco. Some groups are hosted in partnership with Isabella House and Rising Strong and are designed specifically for families enrolled in those programs. Our Columbia Basin Play and Learn group is open to the public, welcoming families from the broader community to participate and connect.
Isabella House Play & Learn
Rising Strong Play & Learn
Columbia Basin College Play & Learn
Play & Learn in CDA Park - Coming soon!
Early Refugee School Impact Program
Supporting Refugee & Immigrant Families
CME’s Early Refugee School Impact program supports refugee and immigrant families with children ages 0–5 who have been in the U.S. for less than five years and meet eligibility through the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). Through guided group activities, one-on-one family navigation, and practical resources, the program helps children as they take key steps toward school readiness and success.
RSI helps children build early learning and social skills while supporting caregivers with tools to for healthy development at home and in the community.
Powered by Partnership
RSI is a collaboration between Community-Minded Enterprises and trusted local partners. These partnerships allow us to meet families language support, cultural understanding, and community connection from the start.
Thrive International
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Fridays 10 AM – 12 PM at THRIVE 110 E 4th Ave, Spokane |
World Relief
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Thursdays 12–1:30 PM GoGo Heights | 7024 N Colton St |
Spokane Slavic Association
| Every Other Saturday 10 AM – 1:00 PM Roller Valley | 9415 E 4th Ave, Spokane Valley |
Group-based early learning activities
Children and caregivers participate in fun, guided activities that support school readiness and social development.
Parent education and support
Families learn simple, practical ways to support their child’s growth and learning at home.
One-on-one family navigation
A trained Navigator helps each family understand their options and make a plan that fits their goals.
Preschool & child care enrollment help
Support with finding and enrolling in programs like ECEAP, Head Start, or licensed child care.
Developmental screenings (ASQ)
Tools that help families check on their child’s development and identify any areas needing extra support.
Referrals to other services
Connection to resources like housing, food, health care, English classes, and job support based on each family’s needs.
