Causes: Children & Youth, Children & Youth Services

Mission: APPLES for Children, Inc. is a private non-profit resource and referral agency that works with families, education professionals, children and community partners to ensure that children have access to high quality, affordable early learning and school age opportunities and experiences that enable them to succeed in school and life.

Target demographics: early childhood professionals and families with young children

Geographic areas served: Maryland

Programs: 1.Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation to promote the social/emotional development of young children while decreasing and preventing challenging behaviors.
2.Professional development services to assist early childhood professionals to maintain certifications.
3.Capacity building services to assist licensed child care providers to meet high-quality standards.