Investing in Child Care and Early Education Supports Families and Strengthens Economies

For far too long, the lack of funding for the child care sector has led to significant tradeoffs resulting in inequitable policies and limited access for families who need it the most.

August 12, 2022 | Press Release | Hannah Matthews

Inflation Reduction Act Makes Big Advances but Leaves out Anti-Poverty Priorities

August 11, 2022 | Report/Brief | Alycia Hardy

Child Care Assistance Spending and Participation in 2019

March 23, 2023 | Blog Post | Shira Small

Child Care Equity for Infants and Toddlers Requires More Money and Intention

High-quality child care and early education builds a foundation for young children’s healthy development. This drives CLASP’s work to promote policies that support healthy child development and family economic stability. We work to expand resources for child care and early education at the federal and state levels and support access to high-quality care that meets families’ diverse needs. We work to more effectively implement proven federal programs—including the Child Care and Development Block Grant, Head Start, and Early Head Start—that provide child care subsidies and early learning opportunities to low-income families.

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March 23, 2023 | Blog Post | Child Care and Early Education

Child Care Equity for Infants and Toddlers Requires More Money and Intention

March 09, 2023 | Press Release | Child Care and Early Education

President Biden’s FY2024 Budget Calls for Bold Investments in Families While Missing the Mark on Immigration and Criminal Justice Reforms

February 20, 2023 | News Clip | Child Care and Early Education

Portland Offers A Model To Fulfill America’s Broken Promise Of Childcare

February 13, 2023 | News Clip | Child Care and Early Education

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February 08, 2023 | Blog Post | Child Care and Early Education

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Implementing the Child Care and Development Block Grant

Congress reauthorized the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) in 2014. Some states seized the opportunity, reforming policies to better serve children. But momentum has stalled. Many states have requested waivers from some requirements, citing lack of resources. It’s essential that both Congress and states invest new funding in CCDBG.

Implementing the Child Care and Development Block Grant Reauthorization: A Guide for States