CLICK HERE: 2027 Budget Public Input Survey - Open 7/21/26 through 8/10/26
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CLICK HERE: 2027 Budget Public Input Survey - Open 7/21/26 through 8/10/26 〰️
Expanding early learning
and child care to
Anchorage.
VIEW THE BOARD’S APPROVED THREE-YEAR
STRATEGIC AGENDA!
The marijuana tax is dedicated to expanding access to quality child care,
strengthening the early education workforce,
and supporting Anchorage families.
$8,102,450
Invested in Anchorage child care and early learning in 2025 as the first operating year, which included 2024 funds.*
$1,751,300
Invested in capital and pilot projects, such as fencing, playgrounds, flooring, plumbing, painting. In 2025.*
198
Child care providers received $2.3M to cover staff pay, rent, utilities, and supplies in 2025.*
$620,631
Paid to 76 child care workers in 2025.*