Today, Rep. Pete Aguilar announced $66,032,669 in grant funding for San Bernardino County’s Head Start Programs to ensure children in the Inland Empire have access to quality early childhood education programs.

“As a former Head Start teacher’s aide, I’ve seen the life-changing impact early childhood education can have on a child’s future,” said Rep. Pete Aguilar. “This grant funding will help ensure that more kids in the Inland Empire have access to high-quality early learning opportunities, setting them up for success in school and beyond. I’m proud to help deliver this funding for San Bernardino County’s families and remain committed to expanding opportunity for every child in our community.”

“We’re incredibly grateful to receive this $66 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This funding is a big win for the children and families of San Bernardino County. It recognizes the important work our Head Start programs are doing to help young children build a strong foundation for school and life, while also supporting parents every step of the way. With this grant funding, we’ll continue working hard to make sure every child in our community has the chance to thrive through quality early education,” said San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chairman and Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe.

The funding comes as part of a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children & Families’ Office of Head Start. The grant will support San Bernardino County’s Head Start Center-Based and Home-Based programs that provide children between the ages of three to five and their families with comprehensive services to meet their educational, social, health, nutritional and emotional needs.