The well-being of young people is vital to the success of our communities. The Youth Action Plan is King County’s commitment to youth happiness, health, and community leadership. First adopted by the King County Council in 2015, the Youth Action Plan sets the priorities for King County in how we create and invest in supports for children and young people. “In 2015, the original Youth Action Plan set … Continue reading Learn More About the Youth Action Plan Transmitted to Council
King County Promise Highlights Early Progress for Students
According to South King County data and decades of higher education research, a lack of individualized support is a main barrier to receiving a college education. That’s why programs like King County Promise prioritize building individualized supports. A cross-agency initiative designed to support young people with graduating and successfully transitioning to college or the career path of their choosing, … Continue reading King County Promise Highlights Early Progress for Students
New funding opportunity aims to build and expand Early Learning Facilities in King County
The Department of Community and Human Services is excited to share a new funding opportunity to support the construction of new Early Learning Facilities (ELF) or the expansion of existing facilities. Funding is available through the Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA) General Child Care Facilities Fund. This RFP is aimed at expanding and strengthening the early learning system in King County. Applications for the Request for … Continue reading New funding opportunity aims to build and expand Early Learning Facilities in King County
New Funding Opportunity: Family Child Care Facilities Fund
The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD) of the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) is pleased to announce that the Family Child Care Facilities Fund (FCCFF) 2025 Request for Proposal (RFP) is now open. See the application and timeline below for deadline information. Apply here! This funding opportunity provides home upgrades to … Continue reading New Funding Opportunity: Family Child Care Facilities Fund
Significant Infusion of Funding Supports King County Early Learning Facilities
By: Enterprise Community Partners This was originally posted on Enterprise's blog. Early learning providers in King County are receiving a significant infusion of funding from the latest round of Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA) General Child Care Facilities Fund grants. Administered by Enterprise’s Pacific Northwest Market, these investments will expand and improve early learning facilities—bringing much-needed … Continue reading Significant Infusion of Funding Supports King County Early Learning Facilities
Sheila Ater Capestany departs Children, Youth, and Young Adult Division; King County leaders gather to recognize her lasting impact
After over a decade with King County Department of Community and Human Services, Sheila Ater Capestany will depart the Children, Youth and Young Adult Division for an exciting new chapter as Executive Director for Start Early Washington. Ahead of her departure, King County leaders and community members came together to recognize Sheila’s visionary leadership … Continue reading Sheila Ater Capestany departs Children, Youth, and Young Adult Division; King County leaders gather to recognize her lasting impact