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Now Open: TELI 2026–2028 Cohort for Tribal Early Childhood Programs
The Tribal Early Learning Initiative (TELI) helps Tribal communities strengthen early childhood systems by aligning programs like child care, Head Start, preschool, and home visiting. The 2026–2028 cohort will emphasize food security and nutrition. CCDF Lead Agencies can join by indicating interest in Appendix 2 of their Tribal Plan.
Jul 15, 20251 min read
Child Care in the News: Immigration Crackdowns, Pronatalism Push, and Head Start at 60
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Jul 14, 20252 min read
Child Care in the News: Tribal Advocacy, Funding Freezes, and Provider Warnings Come to Life
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Jul 7, 20251 min read
Child Care in the News: Budget Battles, Rising Costs & Who Fills the Gap
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Jun 30, 20252 min read
Child Care in the News: Behind the Buzzwords, Families Still Lose
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Jun 23, 20251 min read
Child Care in the News: Rising Attendance in Home-Based Programs, Policy Setbacks, and the Power of Educator Voice
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Jun 9, 20252 min read
Child Care in the News: Babies, Budgets, and Broken Promises - What Congress Must Face in the Fight for Child Care
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Jun 2, 20252 min read
Child Care in the News: Delays, Double Standards, and the Fight to Save Head Start
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May 26, 20252 min read
New Tool Helps Track Federal Funding for Children and Youth Services
Explore a new tool to find and track federal funding for children and youth services—now searchable by state and program category.
May 21, 20252 min read
Child Care in the News: Contradictions in Congress, Delayed Payments, and a MAGA-Era Reckoning
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May 19, 20252 min read