MHC Partners for Children, previously known as Smart Beginnings, is a local community coalition dedicated to establishing a robust and stable early childhood system that offers comprehensive support to families, partners, and the community. This organization focuses on early childhood development by collaborating with stakeholders to ensure children enter kindergarten healthy, well-cared for, and ready to learn. Our goal is for all children to have a strong foundation for a bright future!
Our work addresses the urgent issues affecting children aged 0-5 and their families in Martinsville and Henry County through the following early learning strategies:
Family and Community Engagement
Our goal is to establish a strong partnership with parents, caregivers, and the community to ensure that everyone has the resources, opportunities, and relationships necessary to enhance every child's development.
Child Wellbeing
We are dedicated to ensuring that all children are physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally healthy. We support their development and learning, helping them grow, learn, and build the skills necessary to reach their full potential.
High Quality Early Childhood Care and Education Programs
Our goal is to strengthen the early childhood care and education system in Martinsville and Henry County, where quality serves as the foundation for achieving positive outcomes for children.
Affordable and Accessible Early Childhood Care and Education
We strive to ensure that families have access to quality early childhood resources, programs, and services tailored to their needs. These services are provided through a coordinated and easy-to-navigate process.