Velazquez Announces $2.3 Million for Head Start Programs

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) announced that early education centers within New York's 7^th Congressional District have received federal grants to continue their Head Start programs.

"The value of Head Start programs are well documented, and I am proud to announce that these Brooklyn-based centers will receive federal funding to continue educating our youngest New Yorkers," said Velázquez. "Early educational intervention is a proven strategy to foster positive educational outcomes for children."

• Located in northeast Brooklyn, Cypress Hills Child Care Corporation has provided early care and education for local families since 1990. By providing support services for low-income families, the staff at Cypress Hills Child Care Corporation create entrepreneurship opportunities for women. HHS has awarded Cypress Hills Child Care Corporation with $1,170,087 in federal funds to continue their Head Start program.
• Located near Brooklyn Heights, Catholic Charities Neighborhood Services, Inc. has provided children, youth, adult and senior programs and services since 1945. By promoting justice and affirming the value of human life, the team at Catholic Charities Neighborhood Services, Inc. creates engagement opportunities for those in need. HHS has awarded Catholic Charities Neighborhood Services, Inc. with $1,121,001 in federal funds to continue their Early Head Start program.

"These two centers, in particular, provide services to our low-income families and are vital anchors to our Brooklyn community," said Velázquez. "I am proud to see these organizations receive federal funding to foster stability and create entrepreneurship opportunities."

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