About Us
Good Beginnings Alliance uses its influence and expertise to coordinate action toward the organization of a statewide system of services and support that ensures all Hawaii’s children 0-5 years old are safe, healthy, and ready to succeed.
GBA keeps its finger on the pulse of cutting-edge research, data, and programs that point to what community leaders need to do to give young children the best opportunity to become thriving, successful adults.
GBA is not a direct service group; instead, we supplement the work of direct service groups by impacting government policies and investments that help thousands at a time.
GBA is a member of
Voices for America’s Children
Good Beginnings Alliance:
- raises awareness and understanding of the issues facing Hawai`i’s young children,
- informs community leaders of the early childhood data that affects their decisions,
- leverages public and private investments to work cohesively for early childhood, and
- connects public and private efforts to build a comprehensive early childhood system for Hawai`i.
History
GBA is a 501 (c) (3) organization originally established in 1997 as an independent focal point for early childhood policy development. GBA was created to be a sustainable, effective, participatory coordinating structure that cuts across existing private and public systems to enhance and develop quality early childhood services in the State of Hawai`i.
Today, GBA is Hawai`i’s leading independent voice dedicated to ensuring all young children are safe, healthy and ready to succeed.
