Early Childhood Equity Fund Program

We offer no-cost part-day Infant-Toddler and Preschool slots for children from historically marginalized communities. Funded by Oregon’s Early Childhood Equity Fund (ECEF) through the Student Success Act, this program provides access to high-quality, culturally specific care and education.

Eligibility Requirement

  • Must reside in Washington or Multnomah County

  • Belong to a historically marginalized ethnic group

  • Meet age requirements:

  • Preschool: Must be age 3 or 4 by September 1 of the enrollment year

  • Infant-Toddler: Age 2 months to 3 years after September 1

Priority Enrollment

ECEF supports children who:

  • Identify as Black, African, or African American and other BIPOC identities

  • Face linguistic or socioeconomic barriers

  • Have been impacted by behavioral diagnoses, prior suspensions, or low academic performance

Our Program Includes

  • Infant-Toddler Part-Day Program (ages 2 months to 3 years)

  • Preschool Part-Day Program (ages 3 or 4 by September 1 of enrollment year)

  • Monthly Parent Workshops

  • HighScope Curriculum

  • Sensory-Friendly Classrooms

  • USDA-Approved Meals (breakfast, lunch, and snacks)

Parent Commitments

  • Attend Parent Orientation before enrollment

  • Participate in monthly Parent Education Workshops

  • Volunteer 2 hours per month in the classroom

  • Complete and upload weekly Parent-Child Activities via Kaymbu

  • Attend three Parent-Teacher Conferences annually

  • Submit the Ages and Stages Questionnaire twice per year

 ECEF Slot Availability by Location

  • EE2 OPC (Tigard): 6 Infant-Toddler slots

  • EE4 (Beaverton – Infants): 12 Infant slots

  • EE5 (Beaverton – Toddlers): 9 Toddler slots

  • EE6 (SW Portland): Program schedule coming soon

2024–2025 Program Schedule

  • September 16, 2024 – June 5, 2025

  • Monday – Thursday, 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM