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For a child, the first five years last forever.

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Voters care about child care and early learning

At a time when voters don’t agree on much, it is striking to see consistent bipartisan support for increasing federal funding to expand child care programs. Voters want action from policymakers in Congress and the White House.

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State fact sheets

Federal funding provides child care and early learning programs in all 50 states. FFYF’s annual analysis shows the impact on young children, and our economy.

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Contact your lawmakers

Federal programs that provide the foundation for accessible, affordable, and quality child care have broad bipartisan support. Lawmakers need to hear from you to prioritize, protect, and build on these programs for strong families, children, and communities.

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Latest News
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News

White House Convening on Child Care

October 11, 2024

On September 27, First Five Years Fund (FFYF) attended the White House States Convening on Child Care, joining leaders from 34 states across the country as well as key stakeholders …

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New Evidence Suggests Expanding Access to Pre-K is Good for the Economy

October 10, 2024

The White House Counsel of Economic Advisers recently released an issue brief presenting new findings that investing in universal pre-K has broad economic benefits. Child Care is Infrastructure: Evidence from …

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Side-By-Side: Comparing Tax Bills, 2024

October 9, 2024

The federal tax code contains benefits designed to help working families offset the expense of child care. Unfortunately, these provisions have not been updated in decades. Today, they have not …

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