BRIGHT STARTS.
THRIVING FUTURES.

Chattanooga 2.0 seeks to improve economic opportunity and quality of life through system change in Chattanooga and Hamilton County, TN, and we believe education is the first step.

Our big bets

To achieve our community’s vision of a thriving and inclusive economy for all, Chattanooga 2.0 is working on four “Big Bets.” Our backbone team, in partnership with local organizations, is working on these levers to move us closer to our two-generational goals.

Early Childhood

Collaborating across and aligning sectors to ensure all children in our community have access to high-quality health, early education, and family support services.

Chattanooga Future Fund

A new college and career savings tool that provides a way to work together to invest in our children’s futures, starting in kindergarten.

Literacy

Help start a new chapter for literacy in Hamilton County at home, in school, and across the community.

Viable Pathways

From upper elementary school to high school to college or technical training to job placement, we aim to give students high-quality choices to educational success and a thriving wage.

See the impact THE big bets have on our goals

Our new data dashboard contains tracking information on our five goals and contributing and contextual indicators.

CHATTANOOGA FUTURE FUND

A new savings fund for Hamilton County students in kindergarten and middle school. Enrolled kindergarten, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in Hamilton County Public Schools can claim $150 – start today!

EXPLORE OUR Ready, Set kindergarten! RESOURCE PAGE!

Preparing for kindergarten is an important task, but it doesn’t have to be stressful. The resources available on this website are designed to be included in your everyday conversation and quality time with your child.

Roads to Reading

Chattanooga 2.0 joined forces with La Paz and other partners to acquire and distribute culturally affirming children’s books for Guatemalan-American families.