Affordable early care and education options are critical for families in our region, and help employers maintain a strong workforce.
Factoid
Philanthropic Dollars
72% of philanthropic dollars in the U.S. are given by individuals.
MD ranked #1
#1CFED ranked Maryland #1 for policies that help to build the assets and opportunities of its residents in their 2015 Assets and Opportunities Scorecard.
Brain development
90% by age 5
Young children’s brains are developing rapidly. At birth, the brain is 25% adult size, but reaches 80% by age 3 and 90% by age 5.