First Up

THRIVING TOGETHER!

With almost a 60-year history of impacting the Early Childhood Education (ECE) sector, First Up is the Southeastern Pennsylvania region’s most trusted advocate and partner for high-quality early childhood education. We empower and equip early childhood professionals, families, and other adults influential in young children’s lives through training, coaching and advocating to positively impact educational and developmental outcomes for young children.

 Over the past year, we made a powerful impact:
3,316 early childhood professionals trained
26,675 supporters participated in our advocacy activities

1,516 brand new culturally responsive children's books were gifted to families
487 educators participated in our Racial Equity Programs
138 early childhood programs supported by our expert coaches
50,000+ children benefit from high-quality education through our coaching and advocacy programs

Make a gift today and help us continue championing early childhood education!