Early Care
1 in 5
Only 1 in 5 Delaware kids has access to a publicly-funded early care program.
A coalition forming now
EVERY DELAWARE CHILD DESERVES A STRONG START
Delaware has a real opportunity to strengthen and fully fund our early childcare and K-12 public schools. A growing coalition of parents, educators, and organizations is coming together to fight for real, stable investment in our childcare and education systems, and we want your voice in the conversation.
Together, we are fighting for quality, affordable preschool and early childhood programs that prepare our children to start school ready to learn without forcing families into debt. We are fighting for a high-quality K-12 school system where every child is able to read at grade level and every educator is able to earn a living wage. We are fighting for safe and healthy public school buildings where every classroom is free of mold and lead and every water fountain is safe to drink. And we are fighting for a school system that gives equal weight to career training and college preparedness so every child graduates with the skills they need to compete for good-paying jobs.
Where things stand
We're still in the listening phase. Over the coming months, we will be gathering input from educators, families, providers, advocates, and community leaders across the state to understand what's working, what isn't, and what kinds of solutions would make the biggest difference for kids 0–18. No policy is set in stone—we're building this together.
K–12
Lowest
Delaware ranks lowest in our region for per-student investment in public schools.
Partner organizations
Kickoff event
Join us on Tuesday, September 22, 2026
We're officially kicking off Fund Delaware's Future this fall. Come hear from coalition members, learn how to get involved, and help us build momentum for strong starts for every Delaware child. Click here to register.
Get involved
Contact
Let's talk.
Reach the coalition directly at info@funddelawaresfuture.org.