As 2023 winds down, I’m reflecting on the past year, the awe-inspiring work Child Care Aware® of America (CCAoA) has done and my gratitude to serve on the Board of Directors and share in this work. It is this community that makes our work to promote ch...
You may be wondering: What IS #GivingTuesday and what are its roots? The days following Thanksgiving signify the start of the holiday spending season, including Black Friday and Cyber Monday, when communities are swept up in the excitement of the upcomi...
Federal Policy Update Last week, Congress avoided a government shutdown with just hours to spare before the October 1 deadline when federal funding was set to expire. This is a huge relief, as a government shutdown would have temporarily disrupted critic...
Many states have made progress on supporting child care access, affordability and quality during their 2023 legislative sessions. These actions are particularly noteworthy as just over half ($28.49 billion) of federal relief funding approaches its spend...
As Labor Day approaches, we reflect upon the sacrifices of countless American workers who endeavored for a brighter future. Originally instituted by President Grover Cleveland, Labor Day honors those whose contributions have paved the way for progress. I...
