ALTON: Budzinski Visits with Students at Riverbend Head Start      

ALTON, IL – Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) met with students at Riverbend Head Start and Family Services in Alton to highlight the importance of Head Start programs. 

Budzinski also discussed her work earlier this year to secure delayed federal funding that had been allocated to the Alton facility for renovations. 

“Head Start services are a lifeline for families throughout the district, providing children with the foundation they need to succeed long before their first day of kindergarten,” said Budzinski. “It was a privilege to meet with the students and faculty at Riverbend today and see firsthand how these federal investments are being put to work. In Congress, I will continue to fight for the funding our Head Start programs rely on to ensure every child in our community has a safe environment where they can learn and thrive.”

“We are grateful that Congresswoman Budzinski was able to join us for this rescheduled visit,” said Gene Howell, Riverbend Head Start and Family Services President and CEO. “It was an opportunity to share the everyday realities our children and families face and to demonstrate how early learning, family support, and strong community partnerships can change lives. We appreciated the opportunity to showcase the dedication of our staff and the positive impact this work is having across Madison County.”

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