Research studies from across the country have demonstrated that quality child care has a positive impact on a region’s economy, its quality of life, it attractiveness to new business, and its ability to attract and retain skilled labor.

Child Care Aware of Missouri works in communities across the state, building collaborative efforts with business and civic leaders to ensure safe and enriching child care for all children and their families. Examples of the services we provide to Missouri communities are:

• Data reports on child care supply and demand
• Child care benefit feasibility studies and needs assessments for employers
• Community needs assessments
• Work/family analysis and consulting
• Compilation of national and state research findings of relevance to community initiatives
• Management of funding for scholarships that help parents pay for child care
• Administration of community-based funding to improve quality in child care and early education programs

Child Care Aware® of Missouri is also a significant partner in statewide initiatives. These groups plan for system development, creating infrastructure that benefits communities and child care/early education programs alike.

For more information on how we can assist your community in building quality child care programs and collaborations, please Contact Us.