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ECFE marketing toolkit now available
A new Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) marketing toolkit is now available to help programs across Minnesota reach more families and promote the value of ECFE in their communities.
The kit includes practical tools designed to meet local communication needs, including:
- Customizable templates: Posters, postcards, social media posts and more that can be tailored with program-specific details. All templates have also been translated into Spanish, Somali and Hmong.
- Messaging guide: Core messages and sample language to explain ECFE’s benefits in clear, parent-friendly terms
- Outreach strategies: Evidence-informed practices for connecting with families, including approaches for reaching those who may not be familiar with ECFE
The toolkit was designed to ensure that all programs—regardless of size or location—can access high-quality materials to promote their services. The resources are adaptable, allowing programs to tailor the materials for their community while aligning with statewide messaging.
About ECFE
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) supports parents and caregivers as their child’s first and most important teacher. The program offers caregivers of young children a space to connect with other families and participate in activities that support both parenting and children’s learning and development.
ECFE programs are offered through Minnesota’s public school districts. Find ECFE programs near you.