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The most significant way we can grow Northwest Florida businesses and our economy is to invest in our youngest residents now.

Did you know 90% of a person’s brain development occurs before age 5? By the time a child enters kindergarten, all the brain connections they will ever have for skills like problem-solving, communication, and motivation are already formed – and much harder to change later in life.

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Children who are ready for kindergarten (based on tests taken at the beginning of the school year) are more likely to graduate from high school, earn higher incomes, be healthier adults, and stay out of the criminal justice system. Imagine Northwest Florida’s potential if all our children started on this trajectory!

But today, less than half of the children in Northwest Florida (48%) are ready for kindergarten. (The Florida Scorecard)

If we want to ensure a thriving community and economy, we can and must do better.

Become a Sponsor

Calling all local businesses and organizations! Be a hero and sponsor our programs for local teachers, families, and caregivers of young children. Where you are a Gold Star, Blue Star, or Red Star Sponsor, your support allows us to support early learning. Plus, you get to show off your brand to thousands of families in Northwest Florida through publications, promotional materials, newsletters, and social media. Let’s team up and make a difference!