Poverty makes early education extremely difficult to access for children in the U.S., especially for families living in rural America: Children under the age of 5 in rural communities are far less likely to be ready for kindergarten compared to other parts of the country.

John, Head Start helps families bridge that gap.

To Make Summer Fair for children, early Head Start programs help kids get ready for their first day of kindergarten. These programs offer daily learning opportunities to boost their math, reading and fine motor skills.

Head Start also increases their chances of graduating high school, attending college and securing steady jobs in the future. That’s why Congress MUST continue to invest in Head Start to meet children’s needs and pave the way for success in the future.

Will you tell Congress to increase investments in Head Start and strengthen American families?

Families across the country are counting on Congress to step up and ensure Head Start programs are fully funded and equipped with all the tools needed to prepare today’s kids for kindergarten.

But we don't stop at the first day of school. We help kids hone their reading and math skills — in and out of the classroom. We help adults earn educational degrees and certifications to increase the number of highly qualified teachers in rural schools.

Every child has a right to an education and the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Raise your voice today and tell Congress to step up for the kids who need it most.

Thanks for taking action,

Save the Children