The Partnership for Children of Wayne County, Inc. is a non-profit organization designed to provide programs and services for families and children in Wayne County, North Carolina. We build partnerships with families and the community to create a comprehensive system of early care and education. In doing so, our community leads the way in building a brighter future for all of North Carolina.

The Partnership for Children of Wayne County…

• educates the community on the critical needs of young children and helps develop solutions.
• administers Smart Start funds from the state legislature to support programs to benefit children ages 0-5 and their families.
• administers the NC Pre-K Program, which is designed to provide at-risk four-year olds an opportunity for quality preschool education.
• collaborates with community agencies and organizations
• manages the Safe Kids-Wayne County Coalition along with other collaborating agencies to promote the prevention of accidental childhood injuries.

MISSION: The Partnership for Children unites the community to effectively support and empower families, prepares children to succeed in school and encourages continuous learning for educators of young children, therefore contributing to the economic vitality of Wayne County.

VISION: Children will receive the start they need to become educated, healthy, and self-reliant people who strengthen the social and economic future of Wayne County.