Durham's Partnership for Children

Durham's Partnership for Children ⭐ Facilitator of Durham’s early childhood system
⭐ Leading community strategies to ensure every child in Durham enters school ready to succeed

Durham's Partnership for Children leads community strategies for children birth-5 and their families to ensure that every child in Durham enters school healthy and ready to succeed. We administer the Smart Start initiative, NC Pre-K and Early Head Start, as well as community-based programs that promote healthy development and learning and enhance access to high quality care. We also identify emerg

ing and emergency needs and mobilize partners to support comprehensive approaches to serving all 23,000 young children in Durham.

Today, we honor Juneteenth: a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity.As an early childhoo...
06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth: a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity.

As an early childhood nonprofit, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a world where their history is recognized and their potential is nurtured. Juneteenth reminds us of the importance of building inclusive communities where ALL children and families feel seen, valued, and empowered.

We celebrate this day by reflecting on the past, uplifting Black voices and stories, and recommitting ourselves to creating brighter futures for every child.

Up next in our series: nature safety! Nature is amazing, but it comes with a few things to watch out for 🪲🌿Here's how ...
06/18/2026

Up next in our series: nature safety! Nature is amazing, but it comes with a few things to watch out for 🪲🌿Here's how to keep bugs from putting a damper on outdoor play.

Unwind for the evening at EPiC's Wellness and Empowerment event on June 24th! Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms...
06/18/2026

Unwind for the evening at EPiC's Wellness and Empowerment event on June 24th! Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFzu9DtqYibiYo3hI7NtVsuhDRC9sdXwpnf3HdRIdLHqhfQw/viewform

Need a moment to recharge?

Join us for OVERFLOW: A Wellness & Empowerment Experience on June 24 from 6:00–7:30 PM at St. Joseph's Church in Durham.

Sound Bath Sessions with Brandin Rahim
Food & refreshments
Wellness resources
Community connection

Space is limited and registration is required.

Register today through the link in our bio!

06/18/2026
Finding free, appealing, nutritious meals for kids and teens this summer is easy!🌞Find food near you at:
06/18/2026

Finding free, appealing, nutritious meals for kids and teens this summer is easy!🌞

Find food near you at:

NC Summer Nutrition Programs for Youth: County and Statewide profiles - Find your NC county profile with an overview of the Summer Nutrition Programs and how many children received these meals and grocery-buying benefits in North Carolina.

06/18/2026
Governor Stein has proclaimed June as Whole Child Health and Well-Being Month, prioritizing children across the state an...
06/18/2026

Governor Stein has proclaimed June as Whole Child Health and Well-Being Month, prioritizing children across the state and recognizing the critical need to mitigate exposure to adversity, build resilience, and improve skills and abilities to ensure each child has a solid foundation for the future⭐

Learn more about Decade of the Child at: www.npscoalition.org/projects/decade-of-the-child

Congratulations to ALL of our Pre-K graduates! We're so proud of each child's growth and are excited for their bright fu...
06/17/2026

Congratulations to ALL of our Pre-K graduates! We're so proud of each child's growth and are excited for their bright futures ahead. ⭐ Keep shining!

Don't miss this free prenatal breastfeeding education class!
06/17/2026

Don't miss this free prenatal breastfeeding education class!

Join us for our next free prenatal education class next week at Durham County Library with Family Matters Durham , whether you’re expecting your first baby or adding more to your family! Get helpful info on breastfeeding, what to expect postpartum, and more, and enter to win prizes! Register here - English: https://durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/16409393?register
Spanish: https://durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/16786805

As a parent, you have arguably taken on the most important job! You have an incredible influence on your child’s life, a...
06/17/2026

As a parent, you have arguably taken on the most important job! You have an incredible influence on your child’s life, and that kind of responsibility can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Most jobs come with some kind of training before you start, but parenting is the exception. You’re expected to figure it out as you go, like riding a bike for the first time with no one there to steady you.

While advice from friends, family, and your own experiences can be a wonderful source of support, parenting education offers an additional layer of structured, skill-based tools to add to your toolkit.💫

Read more about available parenting classes by our Smart Start partner, Welcome Baby, on our blog now: dpfc.net/every-parent-deserves-support

Address

1201 S Briggs Avenue Ste 100
Durham, NC
27703

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+19194036960

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