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Overview of Mainspring

Built on a Shared Services framework developed during an initial pilot project phase, First Steps Kent has implemented Mainspring Early Care Alliance (previously known as the Shared Services Pilot Project) in its second phase to support and strengthen child care businesses.

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Priority Areas

Provider-Informed Voice

Responsive to and reflective of the community an 11-member, paid, licensed in-home, child care business advisory guides and strategically informs the alliance by actively ensuring that early care and business resources are invested wisely and fairly.   

Connector/Connections

Providers will have access to a coordinated system of community, education, business, and peer connections.    

Business Support

Provide necessary business supports as identified by the Mainspring Alliance Advisory, including intentional networking opportunities.  

Equitable Language Services

Access to support and services in an individual's preferred language, including resources related to interpretation and translation.   

Advocacy

As advocates, child care business owners and their families are empowered to influence policy through strategic partnerships with key organizations, driving systemic improvements in early care and education.

Mainspring Staff

  • Kristen Sobolewski

    VP of Early Care and Education 

    ksobolewski@firststepskent.org616.632.1011
  • Awilda Diaz

    Bilingual Project Manager

    adiaz@firststepskent.org616.528.4559
  • Rebecca Keller

    Mainspring FCCN Coordinator

    kellercareconsultants@gmail.com

Mainspring Advisory

Responsive to and reflective of the community, the advisory will ensure that early care alliance resources are invested wisely and fairly. The Mainspring Alliance Advisory guides decisions, informs strategy, and influences priorities.

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