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´óÏó´«Ã½ First Steps has received a $2.25 million grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to pilot a new approach to ensure more children start school ready to learn.

It is hard to believe that less than two years ago, Kayla and Anthony Randolph faced homelessness. In the early months of her pregnancy, fearing they would lose their daughter, Kayla reached out to Kershaw County First Steps to support their journey towards stability.

Being a parent can be one of the most fulfilling experiences, but with any major commitment, it comes with its own set of challenges. The sleepless nights and the emotional overwhelm can take a toll on any parent, but this is especially true for those navigating the early days of motherhood and fatherhood.

A free guide to help ´óÏó´«Ã½ families get ready for kindergarten. Includes registration info, tips, activities, and a form parents can share with teachers about their child’s early learning and needs. Available in English and Spanish.

´óÏó´«Ã½ First Steps is pleased to share the draft of its 2025–2030 strategic plan. This plan provides a five-year roadmap for the agency’s direction, priorities, and actions, beginning July 1, 2025.

This National Home Visiting Week, we're highlighting the individuals who directly serve the families of their communities, building relationships and creating impact that lasts. Read what being a home visitor means to them and how their passion drives their work.

Discover the inspiring journey of Janice. From her start as a licensed home care provider in Hawaii, she brought her passion to ´óÏó´«Ã½ 24 years ago to establish MEGA Child Development Center.

A Midlands academy is giving young children a strong foundation before kindergarten, with parents and educators praising its impact. At Northeast Enrichment Academy, children in the First Steps 4K program are thriving. Dalias Ravenell, whose daughter has attended since 4K, says the experience has been life-changing.

Last year, something beautiful happened in church basements, community centers, and school cafeterias across ´óÏó´«Ã½. Parents arrived—nervous and exhausted but carrying hope: to be the best parents possible for their children. What they found was First Steps. And that hope starts with A Night to Celebrate Community. The funds raised from this event are distributed equally among all 46 counties, providing critical support that other funding sources can’t cover.