Program areas at Early Milestones Colorado
Community innovation and resilience for care and learning equity (circle- 135) - an initiative to support grantees as they implement innovative solutions to childcare challenges exacerbated by the pandemic, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion activities that strengthen partnerships and eliminate barriers. Grants will support projects to make childcare more affordable; fill gaps in infant and toddler care; strengthen providers' financial stability; boost workforce preparation; and contribute to the health and learning of all children.
Research (class 141 gcv) - advances research and policy in support of the Colorado Early childhood ecosystem.
Ec workforce plan (138) - in 2017, Colorado developed the Early childhood workforce 2020 plan, setting ambitious goals related to workforce recruitment, preparation, well-being, retention, and data. The Colorado department of Early childhood and the Early childhood leadership commission, in partnership with Early Milestones, will be updating and expanding upon the plan, creating a new Colorado comprehensive Early childhood workforce plan. The new plan will take a broad view of the Early childhood workforce including home visiting, Early childhood mental health, and Early intervention.
Health data & research - to support the vision that all Colorado children are valued, healthy, and thriving, Early Milestones Colorado will bring together data, analysis, and stakeholder engagement to accelerate and advance whole-child, equity-driven leadership in the new Colorado department of Early childhood. Expenses 101,224. Including grants of 0. Revenue 70,000. Upk quality standards resource bank & lco support (class 144) - in 2023, the Colorado department of Early childhood (cdec) contracted Early Milestones to develop upp quality standards, and establish resource bank content, processes, and procedures. Expenses 81,885. Including grants of 0. Revenue 478,355. Other cross function and think tank programs. Expenses 97,411. Including grants of 0. Revenue 131,648.