Our Partners
Mind the Gap partners with public and private organizations committed to improving outcomes for preschool-aged children impacted by poverty, chronic stress, and limited access to resources.
Our work is designed to align with the goals, structures, and constraints of real-world early childhood systems.
Who We Partner With
Head Start and Early Head Start programs
Public preschool and early learning programs
Community-based early childhood centersSocial service agencies serving families with young children
Nonprofit organizations focused on early childhood, health, or family support
Integrated care teams and cross-sector initiatives
How Partnerships Typically Work
Partnerships with Mind the Gap are flexible and responsive to the needs of each organization.
Engagements may include:
Program or curriculum development
Short- or long-term consultation and technical assistance
Professional development and staff training
Collaborative problem-solving around complex developmental and behavioral needs
What Partners Can Expect
Clear communication and shared goals
Respect for staff expertise and lived experience
Trauma-informed, developmentally grounded strategies
Practical tools that fit within existing routines
A focus on sustainability and capacity-building