BrightSpark Early Learning Services

Today, we want to share why access to affordable, high-quality child care is crucial for families, child care providers we support and to all of us across King and Pierce Counties. In this video, we highlight how investing in child care professionals leads to high-quality care that lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning, well-being, and opportunity for our youngest community members. At BrightSpark, we believe every child deserves more than just care—they deserve quality care. When children receive high-quality care, they are better equipped to succeed in school and beyond. Families thrive, knowing their children are getting the best possible start in life, and communities grow stronger, supported by resilient, well-prepared individuals. Together, we’re ensuring every child has access to the high-quality care they deserve. Want to support BrightSpark by helping us raise the standard of child care in our communities? You can donate here: https://lnkd.in/gJ73U-CN

Today, we want to share how access to reliable child care is essential for the well-being of everyone. It opens doors for parents to work, grow in their careers, and provide for their families. It offers children a safe, nurturing environment where they can learn and thrive. It’s a simple but effective solution to breaking down the barriers created by inequities in our systems and strengthens our community as a whole. When child care is accessible, parents and caregivers can fully engage in the workforce, contribute to the economy, and in turn, build a stronger, more equitable community for all. Take a moment to watch our video and see how your support helps make a real difference in the lives of children, families, providers and community members alike. Let's support access together. Donate here: https://ow.ly/7v2l50UqpPc

Our 2025 Session Legislative Agenda is here! Are you interested in getting involved? You can join a BrightSpark advocacy pod here: https://ow.ly/IPC050Q66aK

Giving Tuesday is over, but there’s still time to support BrightSpark! Looking ahead to 2025, we know we can achieve even more—and that's where our incredible community of supporters comes in. Your contributions help us cover funding gaps, provide flexibility across our programs, and ensure our work continues. With your support, we can continue to reach over 25,000 children and over 2,100 early learning professionals across King and Pierce Counties. Every dollar donated by year’s end will directly support BrightSpark’s mission from expanding mental health access to increasing subsidy distribution and creating advocacy efforts that make a lasting impact. Even though #GivingTuesday is over, your ongoing support will help us continue this vital work in 2025. We invite you to make a contribution today; because together, we’re creating an equitable future where every child can #ThiveIn2025! You can donate here: https://ow.ly/52qf50UmPJH

Today is #GivingTuesday2024! We hope you'll join the movement and give on this global day of giving. Whether it's your time, a donation, or the power of your voice in our advocacy efforts - your support will be reflected back into our community. Please consider making a meaningful contribution to support BrightSpark Early Learning Services! All financial donations made on #GivingTuesday go towards supporting BrightSpark's critical programs and services provided to over 25,000 children and over 2,100 early learning professionals across King and Pierce Counties. To make a donation, you can visit: https://ow.ly/2jEW50UjfQT

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday2024! We hope you'll join the movement and give on this global day of giving. Whether it's your time, a donation, or the power of your voice in our advocacy efforts - your support will be reflected back into our community. Please consider making a meaningful contribution to support BrightSpark Early Learning Services! All financial donations made on #GivingTuesday go towards supporting BrightSpark's critical programs and services provided to over 25,000 children and over 2,100 early learning professionals across King and Pierce Counties. Check out our video on our 2024 impact here: https://ow.ly/c3sA50UjfGw To make a donation, you can visit: https://ow.ly/EWIY50UjfGx

Today is National Native American Heritage Day! We celebrate the cultures, traditions, heritages and contributions of our local tribes! #NativeAmericanHeritageDay

BrightSpark's offices will be closed this week on Thursday and Friday for our Fall Refresh! 🍂✨ We look forward to connecting with you all again on Monday, 12/2. We are wishing everyone a fun and safe weekend!

Last week, our Professional Development team hosted our first ever Leadership Summit in person! We had 35 early learning leaders attend and are so thankful for each and every one of them!

THANK YOU for supporting BrightSpark! In case you missed it, here are some big wins from the past year that you and our entire community of supporters have been a part of! And this is just the start! Contributions from our community of supporters sustains our efforts to provide every child with access to high-quality, affordable child care. Will you make a donation today to help fuel the vital work of strengthening these essential services for our children and families? Click here to donate today and help #ChildrenThriveIn2025!: https://ow.ly/SbwG50UgYuR