Healthy Children’s Fund Summary of Sources

Several critical sources inform this initiative:

• Child Care in Whatcom County, January 2021 (PDF): This is a 2021 report delving into childcare services and challenges specific to the county.
• Child Care Supply, Demand, and Cost in Whatcom County (PDF): This report analyzes childcare availability, costs, and challenges in Whatcom County.
• Invest in Early Childhood Development: Reduce Deficits, Strengthen the Economy: Heckman’s work emphasizes the economic benefits of investing in early childhood development.
• Preschool Key to Boosting School Success and Enhancing Public Safety: The Council for a Strong America underscores the importance of quality preschool experiences.
• Whatcom County 2023-2024 Budget (PDF): The County’s 2023-2024 budget reflects the commitment to invest in the well-being of young residents.
• Whatcom County Child and Family Action Plan, January 2020 (PDF): The County’s action plan outlines strategies for child and family well-being.
• Whatcom County Child Care Crisis: Business Impacts, July 2018 (PDF): A 2018 report highlighting how childcare availability affects local businesses.