This contract is for early childhood interventions and programs for Harris County, with a focus on improving early childhood health and development outcomes, reducing disparities, and generating evidence to better meet the needs of young children and their families. The contract was awarded to The Alliance, who received funding to support home-based child care providers through their program. The contract has a term of 3 years, with a start date of February 22, 2022, and an end date of February 21, 2025. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The contract is for a program to make significant impact in early childhood within Harris County
• The program is intended to expand the number of child care slots in Harris County by helping small, unlicensed providers complete state regulatory processes and implement best practices
• The contract has a term of 3 years
• The contract was awarded to The Alliance, who received funding to support home-based child care providers through their program
• The contract has been terminated due to The Alliance ceasing all operations on June 14, 2024