Business Wire·Aug 6, 2026, 8:45 AM ET

KinderCare Awards $100,000 in Scholarships to Former Students Pursuing Two- or Four-year College, University or Vocational Program

KinderCare Learning Companies awarded $100,000 in scholarships to 20 former students for the 2026–27 school year.
Each of the 20 recipients received a $5,000 scholarship to support education at accredited two- or four-year colleges, universities, or vocational programs.
Recipients are alumni of KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, & The Crème School who demonstrated academic achievement, leadership, & a commitment to community service.
This year's scholars are pursuing higher education across 14 states, including Oregon, California, North Carolina, Texas, & Florida.
Students are studying in fields such as education, social work, engineering, law, & dentistry.
The program, now in its seventh year since launching in 2019, has awarded more than $700,000 in total scholarships.
KinderCare CEO Tom Wyatt emphasized that the scholarships reflect the lasting impact of early childhood education on lifelong learning & achievement.
KinderCare Learning Companies (NYSE: KLC) operates more than 2,700 centers across 42 states & the District of Columbia.