"Compensation is tied to quality." Marica Cox Mitchell emphasizes the national implications of eliminating D.C.'s Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund in this piece by @CMMatthiessen at @InsidePhilanthropy: insidephilanthropy.com/home/2024/5/2/…

ICYMI: Reimagining the ideal child care system must include reimagining the work schedules of early childhood educators. Dig into our data that captures how 700 educators describe their ideal work schedule and the most common pain points they experience. Are you an early

Our sister organization, Children's Equity Fund, formally announces its launch through a letter from its CEO and President, David Daniels. Find it — and more — here: childrensequityfund.org

Are we ready to advocate for the child care system families want? Let’s shift the narrative and let go of outdated mindsets that say public funding for child care should be available only in certain circumstances. Dig deeper in our latest blog: tinyurl.com/4ueyffp2

After 16 years, we're wishing farewell, with appreciation and gratitude, to our Chair of the Board — Barbara Bainum. Her unwavering commitment to ensuring all children & families have the resources they need to thrive will live on for generations to come.

We believe that the people closest to the challenge are closest to the solution. The ENOUGH Grant Program will empower leaders in our communities to partner with the state so that we can break cycles of poverty. Apply for grant funding today at goc.maryland.gov.

As a funder in the philanthropic sector, how can we do philanthropy differently? Our retiring Board Chair, Barbara Bainum, showed us that working with partners is not just a matter of showing up as a funder but requires active listening and adjusting to the changing needs of our

Exciting day for Bainum Family Fdn! This commitment - the largest in our 56-year history - reflects our dedication to giving resources to those closest to the challenges, so they can innovate, develop and spearhead the solutions children and families need. Learn more:

We’re thrilled to announce our $100 million commitment to funding early childhood education over the next five years. This builds on the leadership of our retiring board chair Barbara Bainum and her vision to direct the foundation’s investments toward the critical early

“Our financial commitment reflects our belief in this approach and is fueled directly by the guidance of our partners. We aim to show up in the way that is most meaningful to them. As we continue our journey as an organization, I encourage other philanthropies to explore

We’re excited to announce the appointment of Scott Renschler as our Chair of the Board! Scott has served on our Board of Directors for 30 years. With his background as a licensed clinical psychologist, coupled with extensive experience both serving and leading on boards for

Language matters. Families want a range of options that includes ECE Programs & trusted caregivers. Segmenting by funding streams & building types keeps existing incoherence and inequities in place. Here’s how we're defining the future of child care with clear & funded options:

#ICYMI our podcast, No One Is Coming to Save Us, with Lemonada Media is back for S4!👏👏 Thank you to our amazing sponsors—Bainum Family Fdn, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Hilton Foundation, Imaginable Futures, The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation, & CCF—for making this new season possible!

"Funders: provide connections, networks, access, opportunities, insight, research and other resources in addition to grants. Just make sure to follow the lead of grantees instead of determining what is useful and imposing expectations."

It’s past time. Stakeholders across businesses, philanthropy, government and education must come together with urgency and move toward solutions to build a solid child care infrastructure. Some ideas on how to get started in my latest Fast Company piece: fastcompany.com/91204853/from-…

Our CEO and President, David Daniels, clearly outlines the consequences of neglecting our child care system for the business community and identifies specific actions leaders can take to support early childhood solutions. Read his insights here:

Marica Cox Mitchell shares ways we can achieve tangible child care solutions in her Q&A with Mark Swartz for Early Learning Nation. Read it here:

Understanding the latest trends and data from the field of philanthropy will better equip the field to make informed decisions and center the needs of the communities we serve. NCFP's Trends 2025 report gives us some great actionable takeaways.

This past week marked a significant moment in our country's history, and the policies shaped by the outcomes of this election will undoubtedly have a profound impact on millions of children and families. The Bainum Family Foundation remains committed to improving the state of

Families and early childhood professionals have been clear about what they want — and their data is enough to shape the future of child care. The WeVision EarlyEd Policy Essentials are rooted in that data along with WeVision's core mindset shifts. Find them here: