Sponsor a Child
Sponsor A Child: Every Child Deserves a Strong Start
At Storyteller, we believe that every child deserves the chance to grow, learn, and thrive, regardless of their family circumstances.Yet here in Santa Barbara, the need for quality early childhood education far exceeds the available spaces.
Today, 130 children are on our waiting list
Local families are eager for the stability, care, and opportunity that Storyteller provides.
We have the classrooms. We have the teachers.
We have the passion and the programs.
What we need is your partnership.
Each year, it costs $27,000 to provide a child with full-time, year-round early education—including nutritious meals, mental health support, family services, and individualized learning in a trauma-informed environment.
With additional funding, Storyteller can immediately serve 30 more children who are currently waiting for a seat in our classrooms.
When you Sponsor a Child, you’re not just covering tuition—you’re investing in:
A safe, nurturing classroom where children build trust and confidence
A foundation for learning that prepares them for kindergarten and beyond
Family support and stability that helps parents focus on their goals
The future of our community, one child at a time