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Where You Live Still Shapes Access to Child Care, New Report Finds

State funding varies widely — and still falls short for young children

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Symposium 2026

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Child Care Aware® of America Applauds Bipartisan Efforts to Fund Child Care and Early Learning

The House took a final vote to pass federal government funding for fiscal year 2026

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Making Child Care Strong Makes Everyone Stronger

Your gift helps CCAoA advance a child care system that effectively serves all children and families.

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Bridging the Gap Between Child Care & Community and Economic Development

A Roadmap for CCR&Rs and Other Intermediaries

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Fee Assistance and Respite Care for Military/DoD Families

Looking for fee assistance or respite care? CCAoA is dedicated to serving our country's military and DoD families.

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