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Make a Difference in the Lives of Young Children in Wake County

Your gift ensures we can continue helping prepare Wake County children for success in Kindergarten and life ahead.

Over 25 years ago, Governor Hunt answered the need for a stronger early childhood education system in North Carolina by founding Smart Start. His vision was to create a network of partnerships across the state to ensure that every child begins school healthy and ready to learn. In 1996, Wake County Smart Start was officially established.

Wake County Smart Start functions as a public/private agency and relies on private dollars to meet the many needs not covered by public dollars. No one individual, agency, or business can meet these needs alone.

With your help, TOGETHER, we can create a community where ALL children learn, parents are supported and educators succeed.