Trying Together supports the work of early childhood by being an experienced facilitator of inclusive learning opportunities. The Month of the Young Child is a time to elevate the important work of early care and education professionals – and to show our support for those looking to grow in their careers.

For many early childhood educators, obtaining credentials like the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential can be cost-prohibitive. With your support this Month of the Young Child, Trying Together can continue to help early childhood educators overcome this hurdle and become successful leaders in the field.

See our flyer to learn how your contribution supports early care and education professionals.

While Trying Together and our partners are supporting the work of early childhood, there are still many children, families, and caregivers in our neighborhoods who need help. We need your financial support to continue and expand this work so all children in Southwestern Pennsylvania can experience healthy development and thrive for years to come.

Every two years from 2016-2022, Trying Together released “Community Reports” that reflected upon the accomplishments of the organization and looked ahead to the future. While there has been a shift to a “Donor Impact Report” in 2024, the Community Reports are still available.

There’s still time to make a difference!

As the year comes to a close, we celebrate all our community has done to advance the work of early childhood education. With your support, Trying Together has advocated for the needs and rights of young children, collaborated with families, and facilitated inclusive learning opportunities for educators.

Gifts will be accepted through Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Donations will support our end-of-calendar year giving goals.

Trying Together has released its donor impact report for 2022-24, sharing the various initiatives that donors have helped support over the past two years. This report highlights stories of impact and provides information on giving opportunities.

The Playful Resources Series highlights several topics related to the benefits of play, incorporating play into daily life, play equity, and more.

Future topics and related resources will be released periodically through 2027.