Great Start Collaborative Sanilac

Great Start Collaborative Sanilac To ensure every child in Sanilac County is safe, healthy and ready to succeed in school and life.

The Great Start Collaborative of Sanilac County is a group of community agencies, businesses, and parents who are all united to help improve life for the youngest members of our county: children from birth through 3rd grade. Some of our community partners include Sanilac County Community Mental Health, Sanilac County Health Department, Sanilac County Department of Human Services, I'd Rather Bee Sc

rapbooking in Sandusky, United Way of Sanilac County, Sanilac County school districts, several local churches, and area libraries. Our Parent Coalition offer area parents a way to voice their concerns and get them addressed by our partners, to better the system of services for Sanilac County children. For more information or to become our partner in bettering life for children in Sanilac County, contact our Director, Karolyn McEntee at the listed number

09/01/2026

Don't forget this event is coming right up! We can't wait to see you!

08/20/2026

📣Region 6 child care professionals- this Virtual Business Expo is for you! Please share with child care professionals in Genesee, Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac, Shiawassee, St. Clair, and Tuscola Counties

🟣For more information and to register, visit: https://go.miregistry.org/v7/trainings/199483/detail

WIC (Women, Infant & Children) is accepted at the Speaker Farm Market & Orchard-- check it out!
08/17/2026

WIC (Women, Infant & Children) is accepted at the Speaker Farm Market & Orchard-- check it out!

08/15/2026
The 5k reschedule date is quickly approaching!
08/13/2026

The 5k reschedule date is quickly approaching!

🌈🏃 WE HAVE A NEW DATE! 🏃🌈

Mark your calendars! The Great Start 5K Color Run & Walk has officially been rescheduled for:

📅 Saturday, August 22nd
⏰ Check-In: 8:30 AM
🏁 Race Starts: 9:00 AM
📍 Thumb Health & Fitness – 37 Austin St., Sandusky

Same time. Same place. Same great cause! ❤️

If you're already registered, you're all set for the new date!

And if you haven't signed up yet, there's still time to join us! We're accepting new registrations all the way up until race day.

💲 $30 Registration
👧 Kids 12 & Under FREE
🌈 Run or Walk
❤️ 100% of proceeds support the Great Start Preschool Scholarship Program

👉 Register Here:
https://get.thumbhealthandfitness.com/widget/form/heKEgvBCbLuhXcfnVrjz

Can't attend but still want to support Great Start?

❤️ Donate Here:
https://square.link/u/t5pBdkO9

Help us spread the word and get the new date out there!

We'll see you August 22nd! 🌈

Are you looking for a family fun program? Check out Early Head Start-- enrolling now! https://hdc-caro.org/ehs
08/06/2026

Are you looking for a family fun program? Check out Early Head Start-- enrolling now! https://hdc-caro.org/ehs

08/05/2026

🎒📚 HDC’s Back-to-School Bash is almost here!

Our team is working hard to sort supplies, pack backpacks, and prepare to welcome families at three upcoming HDC Back-to-School Bash events across the Thumb area!

Hundreds of backpacks are filled with school supplies will be given away at each event, along with games, activities, community resources, and plenty of back-to-school fun.

We’re also excited to welcome Joell’s Face Painting & More, who will be offering:
🎨 Face painting
🎈 Balloon twisting
✨ Hair tinsel
💎 Glitter tattoos

📍 Bad Axe City Park
Tuesday, August 4 | 1–3 PM

📍 Diamond Trail in Sandusky
Thursday, August 6 | 1–3 PM

📍 Cramton Park in Lapeer
Tuesday, August 11 | 1–3 PM

No registration is required. Students must be present to receive a backpack and school supplies. Supplies are limited and will be distributed while quantities last.

These events are planned and hosted by Human Development Commission, with the support of our generous donors and community partners. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who has helped us prepare to serve local students!

Please share this post and help us spread the word. We cannot wait to see everyone! 💙

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46 N Jackson Street
Sandusky, MI
48471

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