May 6: “Nebraska Supports Head Start” Rally at the Nebraska State Capitol
On Tuesday, May 6th, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, we will gather at the Nebraska State Capitol to amplify the message that Head Start matters to children, families, and communities in Nebraska. We are proud to partner with First Five Nebraska, the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation, Lincoln Littles, and the Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties to make our voices heard! Learn more and RSVP on our Facebook event page.
May 9: Provider Appreciation Day
Provider Appreciation Day is on May 9th! This is a day to say #ThankYouChildCare! How will you be celebrating? NECC will attend a Proclamation signing, where Governor Jim Pillen will officially proclaim May 9th as Provider Appreciation Day in Nebraska. Stay tuned for live coverage on our social media! If you need ideas on how to celebrate Provider Appreciation Day, check out our blog, which offers 25 fun ways to show providers you care.
May 28: Head Start’s 60th Birthday Party at NECC
On Wednesday, May 28th, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, NECC will host a community birthday party to celebrate Head Start’s 60th anniversary, and all are welcome! We will have activities for children, sweet treats, door prizes, a guided walkthrough of the Head Start advantage, and opportunities for networking with community leaders. Bring your whole family for an afternoon of fun, and don’t forget to sign the birthday card!
Every Tuesday in May: Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Application Days
If you or someone you know is looking for an early childhood program in Douglas County, consider an Early Head Start!
You may qualify for a no-cost, early childhood program if your family:
- Has a child aged three or younger
- Lives in Douglas County
- Receives TANF, SSI, or SNAP benefits
- Has an income at or below 100% of the federal poverty guidelines
Would you be a good fit for our Early Head Start Child Care Partnership? Call us at (531) 999-3900 to schedule an appointment to help you determine your eligibility!
NECC’s 10-Year Impact Report Celebrates a Decade of Progress
2024 marked the Nebraska Early Childhood’s 10th Anniversary, and our newest impact report highlights the incredible milestones we have achieved over the past decade. Through a strategic initiative of the Buffett Early Childhood Fund, NECC is investing in the early childhood landscape through innovation, collaboration, and service. We are strengthening families, businesses, and Nebraska. Take a look at the progress we have made since 2014!
Head Start Funding at Risk: How You Can Help Save Vital Services
Head Start funding is at risk of being eliminated. Eliminating Head Start would mean that over 800,000 children and families in every ZIP Code across the U.S. would lose access to vital services that support education, health, and family well-being. Help protect Head Start by contacting your elected officials. Head Start parents, caregivers, or former Head Start students or family members, sign a letter to President Trump.
Sign This Letter to President Trump
Contact Your Congressional Representatives
