Futures First

Futures First At Futures First (formerly The Family Conservancy), we know the earliest years matter most. Learn more and connect with us at www.futuresfirstkc.org

We provide educators and caregivers with the support they need to help every child in Kansas City flourish. 🌱 The experiences children have in these years shape how they learn, grow, and thrive for a lifetime. That’s why we build up the people who nurture young lives — giving educators and caregivers the tools, guidance, and encouragement they need to help every child thrive.

For Lindsey, it started with a story.The day her teacher read a book about Arctic animals, something sparked. A curiosit...
04/01/2026

For Lindsey, it started with a story.

The day her teacher read a book about Arctic animals, something sparked. A curiosity that lit up her imagination and made her want to know more about the world beyond her classroom walls.

The next day, that curiosity came to life. Her classroom transformed into a miniature Arctic — a sensory table filled with ice, water and tiny polar bears, all inviting Lindsey to explore the story with her hands and her imagination.

When she saw the book again, Lindsey’s attention turned to the colorful sky in the illustrations. Curious as ever, she asked about the glowing lights above the snow. Her teacher explained the aurora borealis where Lindsey’s excitement only grew.

“Can I paint it?” she asked.

Soon, the question turned into a classroom art project, with each child exploring and creating their favorite part of the Arctic. Proof that one story and one question can open the door to endless discovery.

When you attend Brew for Books, you’re helping children like Lindsey nurture their curiosity, ask big questions, and discover the joy of learning.

🎟️ Tickets available now: https://bit.ly/3OfveVT

We’re excited to announce a new investment that will expand opportunity, strengthen the workforce, and support the found...
03/31/2026

We’re excited to announce a new investment that will expand opportunity, strengthen the workforce, and support the foundation of our child care system.

We’re grateful for the support of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and the opportunity to strengthen the early childhood workforce and the small businesses at the heart of our child care landscape.

Read the official release below ⬇️

A big thank you to our Page Turner sponsors!Your support helps create moments that matter through Brew for Books and ens...
03/30/2026

A big thank you to our Page Turner sponsors!

Your support helps create moments that matter through Brew for Books and ensures more Kansas City children have access to stories that spark imagination and learning.📚

We appreciate your partnership in helping KC kids thrive. 🩵

Bank of Labor, Commerce Bank, Constructive Playthings, FNBO, PNC.

Earlier this month, we hosted an advocacy workshop to help elevate the voices of parents and early education professiona...
03/26/2026

Earlier this month, we hosted an advocacy workshop to help elevate the voices of parents and early education professionals across our community.

Together, participants practiced and refined their messages ahead of a trip to Washington, D.C. this May, where they’ll meet with legislators and advocate for stronger child care policies.

This work is made possible through our partnership with , whose support has been critical in helping us expand advocacy efforts and ensure real experiences help shape policy decisions.

We’re proud to support advocates as they step forward to represent Kansas City families on a national stage. 🩵

Are you looking for child care in Kansas? Contact Child Care Aware of Kansas for a list of licensed child care providers...
03/25/2026

Are you looking for child care in Kansas? Contact Child Care Aware of Kansas for a list of licensed child care providers in your Kansas county!

Raising children is incredibly hard work and a $51M cut to Missouri child care funding will make it much harder for thou...
03/24/2026

Raising children is incredibly hard work and a $51M cut to Missouri child care funding will make it much harder for thousands of families.

Missouri lawmakers are set to debate a devastating cut to child care funding THIS WEEK — and it already has momentum.

Lawmakers need to hear from you now. Help remind them that early care has a lasting impact.

https://bit.ly/3PFO8Wl

Oliver used to fight bedtime. Every night felt like one more chance to keep his trucks rolling across the floor and the ...
03/18/2026

Oliver used to fight bedtime. Every night felt like one more chance to keep his trucks rolling across the floor and the fun going just a little longer.

Then one evening, his mom opened a book about construction sites, where Oliver learned that even the biggest machines and hardest workers need rest after a long day.

Something clicked.

The next night, Oliver climbed into bed with excitement, eager to hear the story again and be “just like the construction site.”

What once felt like a nightly struggle became a moment they could both look forward to. A quiet routine, a shared story, and a small habit that helped spark a growing love of books and learning.

When you attend Brew for Books, you’re not only helping children like Oliver build healthy habits, you’re helping Kansas City families thrive together.

🎟️ Tickets available now: https://bit.ly/3OfveVT

A big thank you to our Chapter Builders sponsors for this year's Brew for Books!Your support helps bring Brew for Books ...
03/17/2026

A big thank you to our Chapter Builders sponsors for this year's Brew for Books!

Your support helps bring Brew for Books to life while expanding access to books for Kansas City’s youngest learners.

Together, we’re helping spark curiosity, build strong foundations for learning, and support families across our community.

Cheers to our Chapter Builders sponsors! 🍻 Deloitte, JE Dunn Construction, Holmes Murphy

Looking for child care in Kansas? Contact Child Care Aware of Kansas to find a list of licensed providers in your area.
03/17/2026

Looking for child care in Kansas? Contact Child Care Aware of Kansas to find a list of licensed providers in your area.

A big thank you to Shamrock Trading Corporation, our Story Maker Sponsor for this year’s Brew for Books.Their support no...
03/13/2026

A big thank you to Shamrock Trading Corporation, our Story Maker Sponsor for this year’s Brew for Books.

Their support not only helps make this event possible, but helps put books into the hands of Kansas City’s youngest learners.

Because of partners like Shamrock, we’re helping young stories take root and giving children in Kansas City the strong start they deserve. 📖

Meet Rylie, one of our incredible and passionate play therapists here at Futures First.As a Licensed Master Social Worke...
03/12/2026

Meet Rylie, one of our incredible and passionate play therapists here at Futures First.

As a Licensed Master Social Worker, Rylie uses the healing power of play therapy to help young children express their emotions, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills during the early years that matter most. Through play, she creates safe spaces where children can process their experiences and begin to heal and grow.

Rylie also works closely with caregivers and early childhood educators, helping them better understand and support the emotional needs of the children in their care. Her work strengthens families and helps ensure Kansas City’s youngest learners have the support they need to thrive.

Curious about how play therapy could help your child and family thrive? We’d love to connect: https://bit.ly/4b0OlvI

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who strengthen our community every single day.From leadership wit...
03/08/2026

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who strengthen our community every single day.

From leadership within our organization shaping policy and strategy, to our clinicians, educators, and community partners walking alongside families, women are at the heart of the work that helps Kansas City families thrive.

We are proud to stand with the powerful, resilient women inside our organization, as well as those throughout our community who continue to lead, nurture, advocate, and inspire every single day.

Here’s to the women building brighter and better futures for KC families. 🩵

Address

444 Minnesota Avenue, Ste 200
Kansas City, KS
66101

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19133421110

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