CELFE
about
Center for Early Learning Funding Equity builds capacity for assessing adequacy and equity in early learning funding systems through research and transformative partnerships.
We create innovative approaches and funding mechanisms that support the diverse needs of children and families. We bring decades of experience in developing and implementing early learning systems at the state and local levels. We are driven by our deep belief in the power of early experiences to shape the trajectory of children’s lives.
shortchanged
The Shortchanged Project aims to analyze all early learning funding streams together and chronicle how much – or little – we spend on the care and education of children before they enter elementary school nationally, state-by-state, and over time. This varies considerably among states, which the Shortchanged Project is also working to capture (see our map tab for state specific expenditures). However, in every state, early learning remains shortchanged.
With SZCF
Thanks to the generous support of the Saul Zaentz Charitable Foundation™, we were able to bring our Shortchanged Project to colorful and interactive life with the design/launch of our website and brand, as well as associated research materials.