For a child, the first five years last forever.
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.
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.
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.
Latest News
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First Five Years Fund Announces New Hires
WASHINGTON – First Five Years Fund (FFYF), the leading bipartisan federal advocacy organization focused on child care and early learning, announced three new hires this week to support their policy …
A Story Of Momentum: The Achievements Fueling Our Work in 2025
2025 is officially here! And we are ready to get to work for families and our nation’s youngest learners.Before diving into the exciting work ahead, we want to take a …
STATEMENT: FFYF’s Sarah Rittling on $500M in Disaster Relief for Child Care
Friday night, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to avert a government shutdown and provide emergency aid. The Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act would keep …
