When the American Rescue Plan Act Local Fiscal Recovery Funds became available in 2021, Austin’s mayor and city council were primed to use them to support the child care sector and families with young children. Years of advocacy from and engagement with key community partners laid the foundation for the city’s readiness to invest. Two of these partners included Success By 6—a coalition of early childhood advocates—and the Early Childhood Council, a group of Austin residents that advises city council on early childhood investments, policies, and programs.