Every child comes into the world with the gift of potential, and in Kent County we believe every child deserves the opportunity to grow and nurture that gift.

Join us as we strengthen families, strengthen our community, and ensure a better future for all of Kent County.

Together we have an opportunity to make sure every child’s potential is realized.

Please click on the link to learn more about the Vision for Kent County’s Early Childhood System and how you can help make that vision a reality.


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Please click on the links to learn more about the Great Start Collaborative of Kent County and the Great Start Parent Coalition?

Be part of Michigan’s biggest voice for our youngest children by attending Star Power on Tuesday, May 14.

Registration ends April 30!

New locations and themes–sign up today!

Play and Learn is a free, weekly, 90-minute program for young children, ages 1-5, living in Kent County.

Welcome Home Baby is a community project in Kent County.

And now, with a new 11×17 Poster and Brochure.