High-quality early childhood education and care are essential for the development of young children. Qualified early childhood providers create safe, nurturing environments that support children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Well-trained providers have the knowledge and skills to provide excellent care, ensuring Washington’s children, youth, and families receive the best possible support for their development.
DCYF is excited to share that a fourth round of Tribal Early Learning funding (TELF) is available to tribal early learning programs and tribal-serving organizations. This funding opportunity supports tribal children, prenatal to five, in early learning programs across Washington state in a culturally appropriate and inclusive manner.
Due to inclement weather, the following DCYF Offices in Region 6 are closed as of 12 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. Regular business hours are anticipated on Friday, Feb. 14 unless inclement weather conditions persist.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) finalizes a more comprehensive review process for transitioning eligible young individuals from secure residential facilities to community programs.
Since January 2024, DCYF has conducted weekly multi-disciplinary committee meetings to assess placements for young people in community facilities.
Echo Glen celebrated 20 young people earlier this month, who graduated from a program dedicated to helping young people with self-improvement and building successful futures beyond Juvenile Rehabilitation.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) joins MENTOR Washington in celebrating the 150 organizations that provide mentorship opportunities for children and youth across the state, as part of National Mentoring Month.
The 2025 Child Care Complex Needs Fund application is now open. Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) will accept applications until 5 p.m. on March 5, 2025.
The fund supports eligible child care providers serving children with developmental delays, behavioral needs, and other disabilities.
