Rachel Schumacher

For over 30 years, the Early Childhood Funders Collaborative has been a place for grantmakers to come together to learn about the latest research, program innovations, and policy affecting young children and their families. Members align their resources for common good and speak out on behalf of young children and their families. ECFC Members share successes and lessons with each other. Our strength is in the community we have developed among foundations who genuinely want to share and collaborate for change. Our Vision All children have an equitable opportunity for healthy development and learning, in the context of their families and communities Our Mission -Increase the effectiveness of philanthropic investment in systemic, equity-focused approaches to early childhood. -Promote federal, state, and local policies and practices that support young children, their families, and the early childhood community.