Women’s Foundation President and CEO Wendy Doyle issued the following statement on the launch of Kansas’ Hero Relief Program:

“The Women’s Foundation applauds Governor Kelly and Secretary Howard for launching the Hero Relief Program, which will increase access to affordable childcare for thousands of women serving their communities on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. In Kansas, much like the rest of the country, women represent the majority of essential workers we rely upon for health care and necessary services such as nurses, technicians, grocery and food service workers. Women truly are keeping our communities going during this crisis, and thanks to initiatives like the Hero Relief Program, they can focus on their work and families without the fear of not being able to afford childcare.”