Home Grown’s Statement on Early Childhood in the President’s FY 2024 Budget

By: Venette Pierre

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Home Grown applauds the Biden-Harris Administration for proposing an historic investment in child care and early education that will assist families in accessing quality care for their young children while parents are at school or work.

We look forward to learning more about the details of this proposal.

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Venette Pierre

Venette Pierre is the Communications Manager Home Grown. Her background includes marketing, public relations and community development. She is passionate about advocating for access to quality supports for underserved communities and storytelling through digital communications.

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