Family Support

Way to Grow graduates celebrate with their Family Educators.

Hooray for Our Third Grade Graduates!

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Join Way to Grow as we celebrate Third Grade Graduation 2026! See photos and highlights from a joyful day of cheering, playground adventures, proud families, and our amazing graduates. read more

Mom Enough Live at Education is Power 2026

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At Education is Power 2026, Mom Enough explored “good enough” parenting, secure attachment, and home visiting with Way to Grow CEO Coco Du. read more
Two PNC volunteers read a story to a group of preschoolers sitting together on the floor.

Learning Together with PNC Bank

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PNC Bank recently visited the Way to Grow Preschool, donated a SMART Board, read with students, and shared a day of fun and learning together. read more

Summer Fun Starts Here

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Way to Grow’s Neighbors Who Care: Summer Drive helps Twin Cities families enjoy a safe, connected summer. Get free activity ideas and tips for kids. read more

Education is Power: “When You Have People in Your Corner”

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Way to Grow’s Education is Power 2026 explored home visiting, early childhood, and family support in the Twin Cities through stories and research. read more

Ten Years with Way to Grow: Krystal & Lelon Share Their Story

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Way to Grow is built on long-term relationships with families. Every family’s journey with us is different, but for Krystal Perry and her son Lelon, it’s been ten years. At yesterday’s Education is Power luncheon, Krystal and Lelon spoke about what that decade has actually looked like: the ordinary parts, the hard parts, and what it’s meant for their family. read more

Advocacy for Children Day 2026: #AllinforOurKids

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Way to Grow joined 200+ advocates at the Minnesota State Capitol on March 25, 2026, to rally for early childhood education and family support. read more

The Importance of Community Baby Showers

The Importance of Community Baby Showers 2560 1706 Ronel Robinson
Community baby showers matter. Learn how the Timberwolves, Lynx, Joie Baby, Medica Foundation, and NorthPoint joined together to support Twin Cities families. read more

Neighbors Who Care: When Community Responds

Neighbors Who Care: When Community Responds 1536 2048 Ann Frances Gregg
Community partners stepped up for Way to Grow families during our Family Essentials Drive. See how these supporters made a real difference to so many. read more

Parenting in the Early Years: What Children + Parents Need

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In this guest blog, Dr. Marti Erickson explores what young children need to thrive from the very beginning. Drawing on decades of research and real-life family experiences, she outlines the key early experiences that shape lifelong learning, behavior, and well-being—from strong parent-child relationships and rich language environments to safe opportunities for play, exploration, and growth. read more

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