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News & Recognition
From national business rankings and community honors to school partnerships making headlines, Healthy Kids Programs is proud to share the stories behind our growth and impact.
Explore our awards, media coverage, company milestones, and the stories shaping the future of childcare.
Celebrating nearly 20 years of growth, impact, and recognition.
National Recognition
Healthy Kids has been recognized nationally for both our growth and our commitment to serving children, families, schools, and communities. These honors reflect the dedication of our team and the trust placed in us by the families and school districts we serve.
FOUR CONSECUTIVE YEARS
2023 • 2024 • 2025 • 2026
Published annually by Inc. Magazine, the Inc 5,000 list recognizes the fastest-growing private companies in America. This honor reflects our continued expansion while remaining focused on quality, relationships, and community impact.
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THREE CONSECUTIVE YEARS
2024 • 2025 • 2026
Honoring the fastest-growing private companies in the Northeast. The list recognizes organizations that are driving economic growth, creating jobs, and making a meaningful impact across their communities.
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THREE CONSECUTIVE YEARS
2024 • 2025 • 2026
Published by the Financial Times, the America's Fastest Growing Companies ranking recognizes organizations across North, Central, and South America that have achieved outstanding revenue growth over multiple years.
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Certified Benefit Corporation
In 2024, Healthy Kids Programs became a Certified Benefit Corporation, formalizing our long-standing dedication to putting families and communities first. This designation underscores our mission to provide accessible, high-quality childcare while prioritizing social impact, transparency, and accountability alongside business growth.
Community Recognition
From local governments and community organizations to school partners and civic leaders, these honors reflect the relationships we've built and the positive impact we've made together over nearly 20 years.
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Proclamation from New York State Senator Rob Rolison
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Citation from New York State Assemblyman
Anil Beephan
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Proclamation from Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino
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Certificate of Congressional Recognition from Congressman Pat Ryan
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Certificate of Recognition
from New York State
Senator Robert G. Rolison
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Certificate of Recognition
from Assemblyman
Karl A. Brabenec
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Achieve with us Award
from ARC, Greater Hudson Valley New York
Healthy Kids in the Headlines
From major school district partnerships to milestones in early childhood education, explore media coverage, company announcements, and stories highlighting the work of Healthy Kids Programs across the country.
Governor Hochul Highlights Her Historic Expansion of Free Pre-K Seats
Governor Continues Kicking Off the School Year by Visiting William E. Cottle Elementary School
Old Forge brought a daycare into their K-12 school. Here's how they did it
Putting a daycare into a school, and why that's pretty radical
Birmingham schools partner with Healthy Kids for after-school programs
The District announced a partnership with Healthy Kids Programs to enhance after-school care
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