Congressman Donald McEachin announced a grant to Richmond Public Schools for Head Start programs for and one to VCU for for research into drug addiction.
McEachin announces grants for schools with Head Start programs in Fourth District
Published Saturday, May. 1, 2021, 3:57 pm
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Donald McEachin
Congressman A. Donald McEachin announced four grants, totaling $407,211, from the Department of Health and Human Services to four groups in the Fourth District that provide Head Start services.
The grants went to Richmond City Public Schools ($272,678), Chesterfield County Public Schools ($58,990), Rural Family Development ($28,892) and Hopewell City School Board ($46,951).
“Head Start makes a significant difference in the lives of young children who come from low income families,” McEachin said. “Providing a preschool experience as well as fostering good emotional and social development, Head Start participants come to school more prepare
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