Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) announced that Memphis Health Center Inc., Porter-Leath, and the Shelby County Board of Education have been awarded grants totaling $21,309,797 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Board of Education will receive $14,553,699 for its Head Start programs, while Porter-Leath will receive $1,385,603 to operate its Head Start programs. Memphis Health Center will receive $5,370,495 to support its programs.
In a statement, Congressman Cohen expressed his satisfaction with the significant investment from the federal government. He highlighted the funding for Head Start programs in particular. These programs play a crucial role in helping young students prepare for school and navigate the complexities of the world. This funding will have a positive impact on the community and improve the lives of many individuals.
The grants received by these organizations are an important step towards creating a better future for children in Memphis. Head Start programs provide critical early childhood education and development services to low-income families with young children. These services include nutrition education, health screenings, social and emotional support, and language development resources. By investing in these programs, we are providing children with the tools they need to succeed academically and socially in the long term.