Trone, Cardin, and Van Hollen Announce More Than $3 Million in Federal Funding for Washington County’s Head Start Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 28, 2021
Contact: Sloane Gallagher, Sloane.Gallagher@mail.house.gov
Trone, Cardin, and Van Hollen Announce More Than $3 Million in Federal Funding for Washington County’s Head Start Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman David Trone alongside Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen (all D-Md.) announced $3,006,066 in federal funding for Washington County’s Head Start Program. The award comes from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and will be used to provide additional resources and support to low-income families.
“For over 40 years, Head Start of Washington County has served our community by ensuring that children of all backgrounds can reach their full potential,” said the lawmakers. “This new funding will help this program provide expanded learning opportunities and services to those who need it most. Every child should be equipped with the right tools to succeed, which is exactly why we continue to support Head Start and its mission in Western Maryland.”
Head Start sets up young children from low-income families for success by providing services that support early learning, health, and family well-being. Head Start consists of preschool programs and Early Head Start programs for infants, toddlers, and pregnant women. Currently, nearly 500 pregnant women, children under five, and families benefit from the program in Washington County.
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