Brighter Start Boulder County

08/05/2026

We had a great time today sitting down with Denver7 and Micah Smith to talk about Brighter Start Boulder County and what it will do for families and child care providers here in Boulder County!

Tune in this weekend at 5:30pm for the full segment!

08/04/2026

Child care isn't just a family issue — it's a workforce issue. Teacher and Provider turnover is approximately 20-30% in Boulder County. Stable, well-supported early childhood educators mean stable care for our kids and a more vibrant workforce in our community.

08/03/2026

Join Senator Katie Wallace and Council Member Jake Marsing for a powerful town hall discussion on early childhood education and child care in our community.

Click here to register: https://forms.gle/gM4Fv5md9FHfj6hZ8

08/02/2026

We're thrilled to have County Commissioner Levy's strong support not just in referring the measure, but in joining our Executive Committee!

08/01/2026

We had the BEST TIME at the Boulder County Parade!

We loved talking to people about Brighter Start Boulder County and how it will make child care more affordable and accessible!

Thanks to our partners for joining! The Early Childhood Council of Boulder County, Wild Plum Center for Young Children and Families , bugs and Gateway Montessori School and Katie Wallace

07/30/2026

Kaycee addressed a room of nonprofit professionals this morning at 's Stronger Together Summit. She asked these organizations to join the Brighter Start Boulder County Campaign because early childhood education and childcare impacts us all!

07/29/2026

"Many of us think we understand the challenge of early childhood care because we raised children too. But the landscape has fundamentally changed. Working parents can’t just muddle through by “being more resilient” or “making better choices.”

Check out Cindy O’Keeffe's guest editorial on why Brighter Start Boulder County is needed to help address the child care crisis in Boulder County.

https://www.dailycamera.com/2026/07/28/boulder-county-commissioners-child-care-affordability-economy-property-tax/

07/24/2026

Thank you, Council Member Jake Marsing for your support and enthusiasm for Brighter Start!

07/24/2026

We are officially REFERRED! A huge thanks to our coalition partners and all of the community members who showed up to show their support of a brighter start for Boulder County children, families, and educators.

07/23/2026