Washington, PA – May 29, 2026 – Rainbow’s End Learning center and PathWays are proud to announce they have received grant funding through the Washington Greene Health Foundation’s 2026 Community Grants Pilot Program to support the “Pathways to Readiness: Early Intervention-Social Emotional Learning Integration Project.”
The project focuses on strengthening developmental growth for children from birth to age five by integrating Early Intervention (EI) and behavioral supports with social-emotional learning (SEL) practices across Washington and Greene counties. Through developmental screening and referral, educator training, family resources, and enhanced connections to Early Intervention services within early learning environments, the initiative will help connect children and families to critical supports while advancing preventative care, early identification, mental health outcomes, and overall access to services throughout the region.
“We are absolutely thrilled to receive this support from the Washington Greene Health Foundation,” said Amanda Kelly, Senior Vice President of Organizational Strategy & Business Development. “The true magic of this project is that it allows us to bring essential early intervention and mental health resources directly into the classrooms at Rainbow’s End Learning Center, ensuring our youngest learners receive the immediate, hands-on support they need to thrive. Thanks to the Washington Greene Health Foundation, we are able to take an important step toward removing barriers to care and embedding critical social-emotional and early intervention resources where children, families, and educators need them most.”
Together, Rainbow’s End and PathWays aim to create a more connected and supportive early learning environment where developmental needs can be identified sooner, and families can access services more efficiently.
The Washington Greene Health Foundation’s Community Grants Pilot Program supports nonprofit organizations serving Washington and Greene counties through initiatives focused on community health, access to care, wellness, and preventative services.
Founded in 1964 by local parents and community professionals as a referral service committee for children with cerebral palsy, PathWays has grown to serve more than 1,600 individuals, children, and families across Allegheny, Fayette, Greene, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland counties. PathWays’ mission is to help individuals live fulfilling lives by fostering talent and potential, providing support, and building meaningful connections through services designed to meet people at different stages of their journey. PathWays is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.