Educators
You care for Louisville’s children. We care for you.
Early childhood educators are essential—yet often overlooked. You support children during their most important years of development, but too often face low pay, long hours, and limited professional support.
Thrive By 5 Louisville is here to change that.
We’re working to make early education a respected profession—not just a passion. That means better access to training, mentorship, financial support, and career pathways that value your time and expertise.
And we’re just getting started. If there’s more you need, tell us. We’re building this with you.
Thrive By 5 Quality+ Pilot Program
An intensive program to strengthen participating centers with tools to expand access, improve quality, and support families.
Thrive By 5 Partner Sites
A flexible partnership that connects early learning programs with targeted support, resources, and opportunities based on their individual needs and priorities.
UpLift Fund
Financial assistance for eligible early learning educators employed at a Jefferson County, Kentucky, child care provider who is pursuing a Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials or higher education in the early learning field.
Facilities Fund
Funding to help educators improve their environments, increase capacity, and create stronger early learning experiences.