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Governor and Legislature
Advise the Governor, administration and legislature on policy and systems improvements that effect young children.
When we work together, children shine
Building Bright Futures (BBF) is Vermont’s Early Childhood public-private partnership mandated by Vermont’s Act 104 and the federal Head Start Act to serve as the State Advisory Council (SAC) on Early Childhood.
Just Released: 2020 How Are Vermont's Young Children and Families? Report
Read the ReportCheck out the updated Vermont Early Childhood Action Plan
See the PlanRead BBF's statement on Diversity, Equity, Social Justice and Inclusion
Read the StatementBuilding Bright Futures (BBF) is a nonprofit organization working to improve the well-being of young children and families in Vermont. We do this by monitoring Vermont’s early care, health, and education systems while advising the Governor, Administration, and Legislature on policy improvements.
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Vermont’s Early Childcare System
Monitor the state’s early care, health and education systems.
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Stakeholders and Community
Convene individuals, organizations, and agencies committed to young children, recognizing that we can better meet the diverse needs of all children and families when we work together.
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Blog
July SAC Recap: Vermont Early Childhood Action Plan Summit
The Vermont Early Childhood Action Plan (VECAP) is designed to build collective accountability to achieve measurable 2026 goals: 1. All children have a healthy start 2. Families and communities play a leading role in children’s well-being 3. All children and families have access to high-quality opportunities that meet their needs 4. The early childhood system […]
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May Recap: State Advisory Council on Gaps and Priorities for Investment
BBF convened the May 24 State Advisory Council with 75 participants. The full recording is linked here. The May SAC meeting was dedicated to understanding federal investments, as well as what is on the horizon for Vermont and how these can be leveraged to address needs and gaps facing families, communities and the early childhood […]
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We’re Hiring! State Policy and Regional Positions
Building Bright Futures is excited to announce we are hiring for two positions to join our collaborative, high-performing team. Regional Manager serving Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle Regions The Regional Manager will serve as an ambassador for the mission, vision, and work of the BBF network infrastructure. The Regional Manager will promote the importance of early […]
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