How Your Donations Help Early Childhood Professionals Grow and Thrive

At Teachers Helping Teachers NC, we believe that behind every confident, competent early childhood educator is a strong support system—and that includes you.

Every dollar you donate helps fund required professional development trainings that early childhood professionals must complete to maintain their licenses and stay up-to-date with best practices. These trainings aren't optional—they’re essential for maintaining high-quality care and education for young children. But for many educators, the cost of these trainings can be a barrier. That’s where your generosity steps in.

Why These Trainings Matter

In North Carolina, early childhood professionals are required to complete a certain number of training hours each year to stay in compliance with state regulations. These trainings cover critical areas such as:

• Health and safety standards

• Child development milestones

• Behavioral guidance techniques

• CPR and First Aid

• Inclusion and equity in the classroom

These aren't just boxes to check—they're vital tools that help educators provide safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for the children in their classrooms.

The Financial Burden on Educators

Despite their essential role in the community, early childhood educators are among the lowest-paid professionals in the workforce. Many work long hours for modest wages, often using their own money to buy classroom supplies, snacks, and even books for their students.

Now imagine adding the cost of professional development courses—sometimes $50, $100, or more per class—on top of that. For many educators, especially those just starting out or working part-time, these costs can be overwhelming.

What Your Donation Does

Thanks to your contributions, Teachers Helping Teachers NC is able to:

• Sponsor individual training sessions for educators who can’t afford them

• Provide scholarships for continuing education and credential programs

• Offer free or reduced-cost workshops and webinars

• Connect teachers with resources that align with their professional growth goals

Every time you give, you’re not just helping a teacher—you’re helping the dozens of children they care for and educate every day. You’re helping to raise the standard of early education in North Carolina.

Real Impact, Real Stories

Because of donors like you, a lead preschool teacher named Carla was able to renew her CPR certification without dipping into her rent money. A new assistant teacher named Jamar completed his Basic Child Development training and is now on track to earn his Early Childhood Credential. These small victories have big ripple effects.