Creating a community where children are READY FOR SCHOOL The Palmetto Basics are 5 simple ways to help all CHILDREN BE SUCCESSFUL

Greenville First Steps will serve as a convener of early childhood champions to coordinate services to measurably improve the early childhood development of all children in Greenville County.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Eligible families can now sign up to receive free books in the mail for their child under age 5.

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Ready Families

Ready Families

Resources for "ready" families... because a parent is a child’s first and best teacher.

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Ready Educators

Ready Educators

Are you an educator? Learn more about early care and education opportunities.

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Ready Communities

Ready Communities

Find out ways school readiness is becoming a priority in our community.

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Funding Opportunities

Learn more about funding opportunities available through Greenville First Steps.

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Cares Act


$3.7 million dollars to support childcare providers and those serving school age children in Greenville County.
Greenville County childcare providers are invited to explore the CARES Act funds to reimburse COVID-19 expenses.

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