If you are outside of North Carolina and are interested in bringing First 2000 Days materials into your community, keep reading!
The North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation’s First 2000 Days Campaign can help your organization ignite transformative change while expanding the understanding and value of early childhood learning and 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.
This First 2000 Days Campaign is 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. Here’s why early education organizations are engaging with this initiative:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Cultural Impact: Shift the conversation and prioritize early childhood development in your community.
Potential Program Outcomes and Impact
Unlock Government & Grant Funding for Your State
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
Influence Legislators & Trusted Voices to Support Early Childhood Initiatives
In NC, 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 priso
Create Ambassador Programs, Harness Influencer Power, and Boost Your Organization’s Impact on Early Childhood Education
Organizations participating in NC’s 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.