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