Latest News

2 days ago2 min read

New Data Highlights the High Cost of Childcare Across the U.S.

Discover insights from the latest National Database of Childcare Prices update, revealing childcare costs and their impact on families.

3 days ago2 min read

Child Care in the News: Rising Costs, Political Policies, and Market Shifts

Child care costs surpass rent, Trump’s policies debated, a grim future looms, and KinderCare’s IPO sparks questions in this week’s news.

Child Care in the News: Rising Costs, Political Policies, and Market Shifts

Dec 32 min read

Child Care in the News: Tribal Investments, State Funding Proposals, and Lessons from Pandemic Aid

Georgia weighs child care funding, Muscogee Nation invests $1.4M, and pandemic aid offers lessons for system reform in this week's news.

Child Care in the News: Tribal Investments, State Funding Proposals, and Lessons from Pandemic Aid

Nov 283 min read

5 Essential Facts About Child Care Costs in the U.S. You Need to Know

Uncover five key insights into U.S. child care costs and what they mean for parents, providers, and policymakers.

5 Essential Facts About Child Care Costs in the U.S. You Need to Know

Nov 263 min read

Mastering Budget Planning with the Child Care Cost Model: A Vital Tool for Early Education Programs

Discover the Child Care Cost Model—a key resource for accurate budgeting and strategic planning in early education programs.

Mastering Budget Planning with the Child Care Cost Model: A Vital Tool for Early Education Programs

Nov 252 min read

Child Care in the News: New Tribal Center, Expulsions, and Working Parents

Rising preschool expulsions, child care struggles for working parents, and Cherokee Nation's new Head Start highlight this week's news.

Child Care in the News: New Tribal Center, Expulsions, and Working Parents

Nov 191 min read

Federal Government Update

Congress returns for a pivotal lame-duck session with a tight agenda before Republicans take control in 2025. Learn more.

Nov 182 min read

Child Care in the News: Rising Costs, Policy Impacts, and Play-Based Learning Trends

Explore child care's rising costs, possible impacts of Trump's policies, and why play-based learning mandates are gaining attention.

Child Care in the News: Rising Costs, Policy Impacts, and Play-Based Learning Trends

Nov 132 min read

Policy Update on Child Care and Early Learning Following the U.S. Election Results

How will the recent election results shape child care and early learning? Read our analysis on potential policy shifts and next steps.

Policy Update on Child Care and Early Learning Following the U.S. Election Results

Nov 102 min read

Child Care in the News: Election Outcomes, Child Tax Credits, and Infrastructure Recovery

Election results shape child care policy, tax credit expansion urged, and North Carolina battles to rebuild its care infrastructure.

Child Care in the News: Election Outcomes, Child Tax Credits, and Infrastructure Recovery

Nov 102 min read

Amplifying Voices: The RAPID Survey Project’s Insights from Caregivers of Young Children

The RAPID Survey Project shares caregivers' voices on child care and food access, guiding policies to support families nationwide.

Amplifying Voices: The RAPID Survey Project’s Insights from Caregivers of Young Children

Nov 71 min read

Why Play Matters: Unlocking the Power of Play in Early Childhood Development

Explore why play is vital for children’s development, helping them learn, grow, and thrive. Rae Pica’s Why Play? shows why play is essential

Why Play Matters: Unlocking the Power of Play in Early Childhood Development

Nov 42 min read

Child Care in the News: Tax Credits, Affordable Care, and Global Comparisons

Child care costs and affordability are key topics this week, with insights on tax credits, worker wages, and international solutions.

Child Care in the News: Tax Credits, Affordable Care, and Global Comparisons

Oct 282 min read

Child Care in the News: Election Impact, Funding Challenges, and Tribal Initiatives

Child care takes center stage in the election, funding cuts impact families, and Tribal communities make strides in care access.

Child Care in the News: Election Impact, Funding Challenges, and Tribal Initiatives

Oct 222 min read

Empowering Our Communities: Nonpartisan Electoral Advocacy Toolkit

Empower your community this election season—access our nonpartisan advocacy toolkit to make a difference for our children's futures.

Empowering Our Communities: Nonpartisan Electoral Advocacy Toolkit

Oct 192 min read

Key Takeaways from Recent Child Care Funding Reports: What Pandemic Relief Taught Us

Explore key reports on how pandemic relief funding stabilized child care and the urgent need for sustained investment in the industry.

Key Takeaways from Recent Child Care Funding Reports: What Pandemic Relief Taught Us

Oct 152 min read

The Child Care Crisis Deepens: How Families Are Coping as Pandemic Funding Ends

With pandemic-era child care funding ending, families face rising costs, closures, and limited access, highlighting the need for lasting sol

The Child Care Crisis Deepens: How Families Are Coping as Pandemic Funding Ends

Oct 142 min read

Child Care in the News: Election Impact, Worker Wages, and Business Action

Child care costs are soaring, workers face poverty wages, and businesses are stepping up. Read this week's child care news update.

Child Care in the News: Election Impact, Worker Wages, and Business Action

Oct 102 min read

USDA Announces $200 Million for CACFP Providers

USDA announces $200M boost for CACFP providers, enhancing meal quality and expanding access to nutritious food for children and adults.

USDA Announces $200 Million for CACFP Providers

Oct 81 min read

FY25 Appropriations: What’s at Stake for Child Care and Early Learning

The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee recently took an important step toward addressing the ongoing child care crisis by approving its...

FY25 Appropriations: What’s at Stake for Child Care and Early Learning

We Need Your Support Today!

Donate