Believing that every baby deserves a great start in life, the Foundation's mission is to make a difference in the lives of young children in New Mexico by supporting and expanding the services and resources available to them and their families. Focusing on pre-natal to three years of age, the goal is to help this vulnerable and vital part of the population grow, thrive, and reach their potential.
The Early Childhood Initiative by Brindle focuses on the critical period of brain development from prenatal to age three, emphasizing underserved populations and equity. It operates through two funding streams in New Mexico:
Services for Babies and Their Families: Targeted at six counties and tribal lands, it supports direct services for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. The initiative looks for programs advancing the well-being of infants and toddlers, covering a wide range of approaches including prenatal support, healthcare, home visiting, and early childhood development.
Strengthening Early Childhood Systems in New Mexico: This statewide effort focuses on improving the early childhood sector through advocacy, policy development, innovative solutions, and fostering collaborations. Specifically, it supports projects that engage in advocacy, introduce innovative approaches to meet critical needs, enhance efficiency and effectiveness through partnerships, and promote higher education to impact system-level changes.