Childcare Resources

Empowering Families and Young Minds

Childcare Resources is a leading non-profit organization based in Birmingham, Alabama, dedicated to ensuring quality care and education for young children in the community. For over 35 years, we have been providing vital information, education, and assistance to families, childcare providers, and the community as a whole.

Our Mission

Our mission is to make quality care and education of children happen by:

• Providing financial assistance to low-to-moderate income working families.
• Offering training and technical assistance to childcare providers.
• Connecting families with quality childcare options.
• Empowering families and providers with research-based resources and support.

Dedicated Services

We offer a comprehensive range of services to support families and childcare providers:

For Families

• Financial Assistance: Access to subsidies and scholarships for childcare and early education programs.
• Childcare Search & Referral: Assistance in finding reliable and qualified childcare providers.
• Parent Education Resources: Access to online resources and workshops on various childcare topics.
• Community Outreach: Collaboration with childcare providers to advocate for families.

For Childcare Providers

• Training & Technical Assistance: Workshops, webinars, and individualized coaching on best practices in childcare.
• Resource Library: Access to online resources, books, and a mobile Resource Library Van.
• Early Learning Demonstration Classroom: A model preschool classroom showcasing best practices.
• Specialized Programs: Support for Head Start programs and various early childhood education initiatives.

Community Involvement

• Sky's the Limit Conference: Annual conference connecting childcare professionals and stakeholders.
• Community Events: Regular events and workshops fostering early childhood development.
• Public Advocacy: Championing for policies that support quality childcare.

Our Vision

Our vision is to ensure that quality childcare is accessible and affordable to all families in our community. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential.