Elevate Your Impact: Drive Change with the First 2000 Days Campaign!

Do you need to increase government and grant funding for early learning and early childhood education in your state?

Does your organization need to increase knowledge and value for the most critical years of a child’s educational life?

Could you use help with messages to engage your elected leaders and trusted voices to support investments in early childhood education?

Are you looking for a way to create an ambassador program or harness the power of influencers to increase knowledge for your childhood education mission?

The First 2000 Days Campaign by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation (NCECF) can help your organization ignite transformative change while expanding the understanding and value of early learning and early childhood education in your community. This package of educational materials can be personalized to your community so you can efficiently and effectively change the mindset of decision-makers and funders in your community.

This First 2000 Days Campaign isn’t just another advocacy initiative – it’s a game-changer in early childhood education. Imagine having the power to shape the narrative, engage unexpected allies, and drive bipartisan support for children’s early learning investments. With the First 2000 Days Campaign, you can do just that.

Here’s why early education organizations are signing up for this initiative:

1. Proven Success: The First 2000 Days Campaign has a track record of success, building bipartisan support and engaging diverse voices as champions for early childhood education. It’s not just about spreading awareness – it’s about driving tangible results.
2. Ready to Use, Accessible Resources: Say goodbye to starting from scratch. With our open-source approach, you’ll have access to a treasure trove of materials and resources, including presentations, supporting documents, and translations in Spanish. You’ll hit the ground running and make an impact from day one.
3. Empowerment: Take ownership of the initiative and tailor it to your community’s unique needs and context. You’re not just following a script – you’re leading the charge and driving change on the ground.
4. Cultural Impact: Shift the conversation and prioritize early childhood development in your community. 

Potential Program Outcomes

• Unlock Government & Grant Funding for Your State
• Boost Your Organization’s Impact on Early Childhood Education
• Influence Legislators & Trusted Voices to Support Early Childhood Initiatives 
• Create Ambassador Programs & Harness Influencer Power for Your Mission

Ready to Customize the Campaign?

Are you ready to elevate your impact and become a champion for early childhood education? Learn how you can bring the First 2000 Days Campaign to your community. Contact us to learn more about how you can access our resources and drive change in your community. Together, we’ll make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Fill out the form below to contact out team for further information about licensing the program for your state.

Need help convincing your leadership? Here is a one-pager about the Campaign 

Impact of the First 2000 Days Campaign

• Increased Value and Understanding of Early Learning – During the implementation of the First 2000 Days Campaign, NC voter polls in 2014, 2016, and 2018 showed gains in North Carolinians’ understanding of the importance of early learning and support for more public investments in young children.
• Expanded Reach – Organizations participating in the First 2000 Days Campaign expanded their public engagement skills, built new partnerships and relationships, strengthened alliances, expanded their support bases, and integrated the message into their organizational communications strategies.
• Diverse Voices – A wide range of community leaders became unexpected voices for why early learning matters. Judges, district attorneys, sheriffs, business and faith leaders, economic development advocates, and community college administrators became First 2000 Days Champions to educate and engage their networks. These respected champions also authored editorials to reach out across their communities.

With research showing that early education helps youth avoid the pitfalls of juvenile crime and violence, sheriffs across North Carolina have used the First 2000 Days Campaign to persuade decision-makers to invest in high-quality early care and learning services. Investments in early learning can disrupt youth’s path to prison.