NYS Child Care Availability Task Force releases roadmap for universal child care
New York State’s Child Care Availability Task Force, which was charged by the governor with supporting the state in developing […]
Safeguarding immigrant students and families in early childhood
New York State reaffirms that schools should remain a safe haven where all students are welcomed and provided a free public education.
The Institute comments on the NYS Child Care and Development Fund plan
Expanding access to child care programs in New York State also means building and
strengthening a robust workforce.
Investing in New York’s early childhood workforce
Several of the Institute’s initiatives are highlighted in New York State’s new Child Care Availability Task Force report.
Celebrate National Family, Friend and Neighbor Appreciation Week
This week (Sept. 10-14) is National Family, Friend and Neighbor (FFN) Appreciation Week!
Staff recruitment funds available to New York State child care programs have doubled
The Office of Children and Family Services has DOUBLED the amount of grant funding available to eligible New York State child care programs through the Workforce Retention Grant.
It’s time to apply for the OCFS Workforce Retention Grant
Nearly 5,000 programs have already received funding from the OCFS Workforce Retention Grant, which provides eligible programs with funding for […]
Grant Opportunity: Invest in New York Child Care Deserts
The NYS Office of Children and Family Services is offering a grant opportunity to help providers open new child care […]
Apply for the NY Child Care Stabilization Grant by November 30, 2021
There is Still Time to Apply for the Child Care Stabilization GrantFunds are available for your program!Licensed or RegisteredEarly Childhood […]