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FAMILIES &
CAREGIVERS


All families want their children to succeed, but given the inequities in our society, some families lack the necessary knowledge or resources to raise their young children optimally.  Learn More
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
PROFESSIONALS


In Mecklenburg County, most infants and young children live in families where all caregivers work outside the home. Yet, too often, families are forced into situations where care is unstable, unaffordable, or of questionable quality.  Learn More
I never would have thought to make so many books available to my 2 kids under 5.  They get so much exposure to reading with this program and have learned so much from the wonderful selection of books. I am also thrilled that my 4 year old has been accepted to the MECK Pre-K program at her preschool for next fall.

BETHANY WHITEHURST