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Two Ways to Protect Young Children: Take Action Today
Children thrive when their environments are safe, stable, and predictable. Right now, however, Michigan families…
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In Tight Budget Times, Early Childhood Funds Deliver Michigan’s Strongest Return
Early childhood funding is essential to Michigan’s families, workforce, and economy LANSING, Mich. — The…
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Educate Your Lawmakers About CCDF’s Impact
ECIC continues to monitor federal actions related to the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)…
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Michigan Responds as Federal Child Care Oversight Changes Emerge
Stable Child Care Funding Remains Essential to Michigan’s Families, Workforce, and Economy LANSING, Mich. —…
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Advancing Parent-Led Co-Creation for Early Childhood Systems
Rachelle McKissick-Harris (Parent Co-Chair of the National Center for Family Parent and Leadership Advisory Council…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Special Session of the Executive Committee on December 8, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Posted in accordance with the provisions of P.A. 203 of 1965, as…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Annual Corporate Board Meeting on December 3, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Posted in accordance with the provisions of P.A. 203 of 1965, as…
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Embedding Parent Leadership into Montana’s Early Childhood Systems
Across the nation in states like Montana, early childhood systems leaders are establishing family leader…
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Longest Federal Shutdown in History Threatens to Unravel Family Economic Security
Nearly 30,000 children at risk of losing food, child care, and early learning supports LANSING,…
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Federal Shutdown Jeopardizes Food and Child Care for Michigan’s Most Vulnerable Children and Families
LANSING, Mich. – Beginning Saturday, Nov. 1, more than 1.4 million Michiganders stand to lose…
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Take Action: Early Childhood in the Federal Budget
The U.S. government officially shut down on October 1, 2025, after failing to agree on…
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What’s in the State Budget Deal for Early Childhood?
In response to pressure from advocates across the state, Michigan lawmakers worked under moonlight on…
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State Budget Underinvests in Young Children, Families
LANSING, Mich. – Alicia Guevara, CEO of the Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC), issued the…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Executive Committee Meeting on September 24, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Posted in accordance with the provisions of P.A. 203 of 1965, as…
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Employers Honored as 2025 Childcare Champions at a Pivotal Moment for Michigan Policy
LANSING, Mich. – This week, the Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC), in partnership with Pulse…
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There’s Still Time: Contact Your Lawmakers About Early Childhood Needs in Michigan’s FY26 Budget
Michiganders continue to wait for the state legislature to pass a fiscal year 2026 (FY26)…
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Federal Budget Proposal Risks Undermining Early Childhood Progress
LANSING, Mich. – With the U.S. House Appropriations Committee advancing the federal Labor, Health and…
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House Budget Hurts Michigan Families and Children
LANSING, Mich. – With the Michigan House of Representatives yesterday passing a budget bill, Early…
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ECIC’s Statement on PRWORA Interpretation of “Federal Public Benefit”
In July, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a notice to reclassify…
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Statement from the Early Childhood Investment Corporation on the Passage of the Federal Budget Reconciliation Bill
July 4, 2025 – The federal budget reconciliation bill signed into law today will have…
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Regional Child Care Coalitions Gather to Address Michigan’s Child Care Needs
Last week, Regional Child Care Coalitions (RCCCs) from across Michigan came together for a powerful…
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Now Is the Time: What Michigan’s FY26 Budget Proposals Would Mean for Families with Young Children and How You Can Help Protect Our Progress
Michigan’s budget is the clearest reflection of our state’s priorities. With anticipated general revenue shortfalls…
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Think Babies Michigan Parent Leader Spotlight – Cressie Vargo
Cressie Vargo understands firsthand how difficult it can be to find child care. As a…
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A Fellowship Journey Rooted in Passion for Quality Care and Education for Children and Families
Felicitas Gonzalez Membrillo, a Great Start to Quality Assessor at the Early Childhood Investment Corporation…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Executive Committee Meeting on May 21, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Posted in accordance with the provisions of P.A. 203 of 1965, as…
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Collaborative Strategies to Strengthen Michigan’s Child Care Systems
Michigan’s child care crisis is acute, with families spending an average of 38% of their…
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ECIC Expands Executive Leadership Team
Welcomes National Early Childhood Leader Mina Hong Lansing, MI – May 5, 2025 – The…
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The Real Cost of Providing Quality Early Intervention Services
The “Early On Michigan Addendum” to the Comprehensive Fiscal Analysis of the Prenatal to Five…
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Michigan’s Innovative ECE RAP Strategies Shared at IHE Summit
At this year’s Institutes of Higher Education (IHE) Summit, the panel Leveraging Funding Models to…
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Presenting Cross-Sector Solutions for Michigan’s Child Care Challenges at MEDA 2025
On April 9, 2025, at the Michigan Economic Developers Association (MEDA) Spring Conference, attendees attended…
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Think Babies Michigan Parent Leader Spotlight – Darika Williams
Darika’s Journey: Spreading Light Through Advocacy and Enthusiasm From a young age, Darika demonstrated incredible…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Executive Committee Special Meeting on April 2, 2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Posted in accordance with the provisions of P.A. 203 of 1965, as…
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Elevating Family and Parent Leadership in Early Childhood Systems
Brooke Albert, Senior Director of ECIC’s Equity & Leadership Team, represented the National Center for…
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Collaborating for Student Success Through Parent Partnership at the 2025 National GEAR UP Academy
At the 2025 National GEAR UP Academy, one of the impactful sessions was “Parent Partnerships:…
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Advocates Gather at Michigan Capitol to Urge Lawmakers to Prioritize Young Children and Families in the State Budget
Families, early childhood professionals, and advocates from across Michigan gathered at the State Capitol on…
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Think Babies Michigan Parent Leader Spotlight – Natisha Ivey
As a mother of two and elder caretaker, Natisha Ivey is a powerful advocate for…