Advancing early childhood policy in Nebraska—supporting early care, education, and healthy development. An Early Futures initiative, alongside C4K.
Lincoln, NE
Joined April 2012
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First Five Nebraska releases report on economic impacts of a gap in child care in Lancaster County. -KFOR News
kfornow.com/inadequate-child…
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Behind every Head Start classroom is a dedicated team helping children and families thrive. This Head Start Awareness Month, we thank Nebraska’s Early Head Start workforce, especially our partners @ChildSaving and @EducareofOmaha, for all they do! ❤️ #HeadStartAwarenessMonth
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In a video message for #HeadStartAwareness Month, Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, Professor at Temple University and Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, reflects on the role #HeadStart has played in expanding opportunities for children and families.
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#HeadStartAwarenessMonth is about showing the full picture of #HeadStart.
It’s early learning, health, nutrition, family support, and more, all working together to help children and families thrive.
Learn more: nhsa.org/resource/head-start…
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The Working Families Tax Cuts continue to deliver for Nebraska's workers and businesses.
Thanks to the 45F tax credit, @Hudl is able to provide its employees with lower-cost, high-quality childcare—helping working parents while strengthening employee retention and job satisfaction.
Learn more⬇️
ffyf.org/2026/03/28/how-45f-…
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The cost of child care rises all the time across the state. That growing cost is why a new group, Child Care Can, is launching a campaign to expand access and affordability. KETV's John Grinvalds has the latest:
ketv.com/article/as-nebraska…
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Many families with young children face an impossible choice between work and affording child care for their kids.
A vast majority of voters see this as a crisis or major problem. New polling shows that working families are struggling to make ends meet and child care plays a big role in household budgets.
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Clear your calendar on September 9!🗓️
We're hosting our annual Economic Development Summit for local community leaders and statewide business advocates to spark progress in economic development.
Join us to grow your network & build off success stories.⤵️
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Read more about the report and its findings here: ffyf.org/2026/07/06/new-cap-…
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In recognition of Juneteenth, Early Futures Partnership (including Communities for Kids and First Five Nebraska) will be closed on June 19 as we honor the end of slavery in the United States and reflect on the ongoing pursuit of freedom and opportunity for all. #Juneteenth2026
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BIG NEWS: The Child Care Modernization Act has been introduced in the House!
Led by @RepMackenzie, @RepSusieLee, @RepAshleyHinson, and @repkmr, this bill would strengthen CCDBG and expand access to affordable, quality child care for working families across the country.
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THANK YOU, child care professionals! 🩵
"Research consistently shows that investing in early childhood yields strong returns for children, families and the broader economy."
#ProviderAppreciationDay nebraskaexaminer.com/2026/05…
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Collaboration among researchers, practitioners & policy makers have never been more important. In today’s ever-changing world, it’s vital to turn ideas into action and ensure our work supports meaningful change in communities throughout Nebraska. —Sue Sheridan, CYFS #ECSummit26
ALT Sue Sheridan gives opening remarks.
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#UNL students: Gain career-ready training in early childhood care and education! @UNLincoln undergrads in all majors can now enroll in Connections for Kids—online courses focused on promoting children’s social & emotional development.
🔗 cyfs.unl.edu/news/?p=8056
#GrandChallenges
ALT A University of Nebraska–Lincoln Children’s Center educator plays with two toddlers.
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Time's running out to register! ⏰ Join us April 28 for the 2026 CYFS Early Childhood Research Summit! Connect with policymakers, practitioners & researchers on hot topics like AI, literacy & workforce.
👉 cyfs.unl.edu/ecs/2026
@UNL_CEHS @UNLresearch @BuffettECI @earlyfutures
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The #MMHFORUM is nearly here! This session will explore emerging data and the unique #maternalmentalhealth challenges facing specific populations, including mothers affected by eating disorders and those in military communities.
Register: policycentermmh.org/forum/
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The #MMHFORUM is almost here! This moderated session features the latest #maternalmentalhealth screening and treatment and suicidality data, as well as child care and paid leave data and @BPC_Bipartisan policy solutions.
Register now: policycentermmh.org/forum/
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The application for Nebraska's refundable Child Care Tax Credit is open!
Sharing information about the credit supports your employees and helps keep our businesses and economy running. Learn more at NebraskaChildCareTaxCredits.….👶🏽
@FirstFiveNebr
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🚨Employers: The application window for Nebraska's refundable Child Care Tax Credit opens on January 26.
Sharing this info with your employees is an important way of supporting the workforce we depend on.
Information and resources: NebraskaChildCareTaxCredits.….👶🏽
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Nebraskans filled the State Capitol in support of #LB304! Thanks to @FirstFiveNebr for organizing.
LB304 keeps child care affordable, helping parents work & Nebraska’s economy. 👉 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲? 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: firstfivenebraska.org/passlb…
#PassLB304 #NEleg
