First 5 Nevada is your connection to the state’s entire Early Childhood System.
Nevada’s Early Childhood system includes all the programs and services that young kids and their families need to be healthy and grow to their fullest potential. This system consists of an entire network of resources to help provide our kids with everything they need for a strong start in life.
The Children’s Cabinet is excited to launch the new First 5 Nevada campaign, website and eligibility portal, alongside our partners, to help ensure that all families in Nevada have access to the programs, resources and supports they need to help their children grow and thrive.
90%
of brain development happens in the first five years of a child’s life.
The data tells us that kids who have proper nutrition, support, and high quality early learning opportunities during their first five years of life ultimately experience higher outcomes in life.
See What You Qualify For
Nevada offers programs and funding to help give your child the strong start they deserve.
In just five minutes, you can unlock a world of opportunities for your child’s first five years. Simply answer a few quick questions to receive a personalized list of programs and funding you qualify for, complete with details on how to apply. You can even email the results to yourself for easy follow-up later. Start now and take the first step toward a brighter future for your child!