Stay connected and engaged with ECHO. Whether you're an early childhood educator, community partner, parent, nature enthusiast, or valued volunteer, we've got a way for you to join in ECHO's mission.
Become an ECHO site!
Early Childhood Heath Outdoors (ECHO) is now accepting applications from licensed child care centers and preschools in Colorado to receive seed grant funding for the implementation of nature play in their outdoor space. Applications to become an ECHO site are due on Friday, March 12, 2021.
Please see further information and the 2021 application below:
Nature Smart Libraries Initiative
Early Childhood Heath Outdoors (ECHO) is not currently accepting applications for the Nature Smart Libraries Initiative. Please check back in the future for upcoming opportunities.
The most recent round of applications closed in October 2020. To learn more about our program and view the sample letter of interest, please see the link below:
Join our Family Child Care Professional Learning Cohort!
Early Childhood Heath Outdoors (ECHO) is not currently accepting applications to join our Family Child Care Professional Learning Cohort. Please check back in the future for upcoming opportunities.
The most recent round of applications closed in May 2020. To learn more about our program and view a sample application, please see the 2020 application and information below:
Join our Early Childhood Coach Professional Learning Cohort!
Early Childhood Heath Outdoors (ECHO) is not currently accepting applications to join our Early Childhood Coach Professional Learning Cohort. Please check back in the future for upcoming opportunities.
The most recent round of applications closed in July 2020. To learn more about our program and view a sample application, please see the 2020 application and information below:
For questions about ECHO or to learn more, please visit our About page or email echo@nwf.org.
Thank you for considering employment with ECHO. There are no available positions at this time, but please check back for future career opportunities.
Let's make a difference together. ECHO has a variety of meaningful ways to get involved. If you have a passion for our mission, we'd love to put your time and talent to work.
Currently we are seeking volunteers to:
Have a question, idea, or request? We'd love to hear from you. Drop us a line.
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