Implementation Overview
Multnomah County Preschool for All is currently funding more than 2,200 seats at more than 100 preschool programs around the county, exceeding our Year 3 goal. Read more about our progress in our latest Implementation Update.
Preschool for All Seat Goals
PFA will create universal preschool in Multnomah County by 2030. The program builds on existing state and federal funding for preschool. Due to the impact of COVID-19 on child care, the original yearly seat goals were revised in 2022 to be more realistic. While the yearly targets changed, the overall goal of universal access by 2030 remains the same. The current seat goals will stay in place until 2030 when the program is fully available to everyone. Read more about our seat goals here.
PFA Enrollment Dashboard
The Preschool for All Enrollment Dashboard is designed to support the implementation of Preschool for All. The dashboard shows data about the children, families, and providers who are a part of Preschool for All. This includes demographic information about children enrolled in PFA. It also includes a site map of all PFA locations. The map can tell you how many preschools and how many seats are available in each zip code. Click here to learn more.
Spring 2025 Demographic Snapshot
Who are Multnomah County’s Youngest Children?
Understanding the demographics of young children and their families helps us plan for a thriving preschool system. This spring 2025 demographic update looks at the population of preschool-aged children in Multnomah County – and what that means for access, equity, and future growth.
PFA & State Preschool Programs: Working Together
Learn how Preschool for All aligns with state-funded preschool programs to expand access and support providers across Multnomah County.
PFA Technical Advisory Group
The PFA Technical Advisory Group is a technical committee established by the County Chair’s Office to guide and evaluate the financial integrity of the Preschool for All program. Want to learn more? You can find meeting notes and information here!
Upcoming Events & Resources
Throughout the month of August, the Board of County Commissioners will host a series of public meetings on Preschool for All (PFA), the popular program approved by over 64% of voters that remains on track to provide free preschool for every 3- and 4-year-old in Multnomah County by 2030.
These meetings will serve as a public conversation updating the community on the path to universal coverage while exploring the economic benefits and overall value of universal preschool. This will include opportunities for the Board to explore the impacts of potential changes proposed by Commissioners, such as indexing or other adjustments to the tax, and bring forward proposals for discussion and/or a vote. Additionally, an evening public listening session will be held to bring community voices into the conversation and to receive feedback on potential proposals.
You can learn more and find the meeting schedule on this page.
Family Application Outreach Flyers
2025 Outreach Flyer - English
2025 Outreach Flyer - Arabic
2025 Outreach Flyer - Burmese
2025 Outreach Flyer - Chuukese
2025 Outreach Flyer - Dari
2025 Outreach Flyer - Russian
2025 Outreach Flyer - Simplified Chinese
2025 Outreach Flyer - Somali
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2025 Outreach Flyer - Ukrainian
2025 Outreach Flyer - Vietnamese
Advisory Committee Meetings
The Preschool for All Advisory Committee meets quarterly to provide high level guidance and feedback on initiative implementation. The next Advisory Committee Meeting will be held this fall. Please visit this page to learn more about the group and Advisory Committee meetings.
Preschool for All Plan
The Preschool for All Plan was published in July 2020 and is the framework for program implementation. The plan reflects more than two years of a unique community process with over 100 people, including parents and educators, coming together to form a vision for preschool in Multnomah County.