Success By 6 is a collaboration to build community support for children during the formative years that influence their entire lives - from birth to age six. By bringing all aspects of our community together, we can address the needs of young children and their families so that all children are prepared for success in school and in life.

Investment in a child's early years pays dividends for the future of our community. Economic research shows that for every dollar invested in nurturing children, at least two dollars are saved in later social costs.

United Way's Success By 6 believes that effective parenting can be learned and every child has potential. A strong community builds upon the assets, strengths and capabilities of children and their families. But all of us need to take responsibility.

Help shape the future of the children in our community. Here is a list of resources that can help you in this journey:

• Be the Best Parent You Can Be flyers (listing of parenting resources)
• BornLearning (website with parenting tips and resources)
• The Parent Toolbox calendar (a list of parent/child activities)
• Greater Twin Cities United Way (a list of developmental milestones and parenting tips)

Success By 6 would not be possible without the Initiative Foundation, local corporations and individuals supporting the program year-round!