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Cardi B and Mayor Launch Jingle Contest for NYC Childcare Program

4/4/2026

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Cardi B announced a jingle contest to promote the 2-K program, offering childcare for two-year-olds this fall.
Enrollment for 2,000 seats runs June 2–26.
The program is inclusive and open to all families, regardless of income or immigration status.
The winning jingle will be the official theme and receive radio play, with New Yorkers voting on the winner.
Cardi B selects the finalists.

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Story summary

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Cardi B announced a jingle contest to promote the 2-K program, offering childcare for two-year-olds this fall.
Enrollment for 2,000 seats runs June 2–26.
The program is inclusive and open to all families, regardless of income or immigration status.
The winning jingle will be the official theme and receive radio play, with New Yorkers voting on the winner.
Cardi B selects the finalists.