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Child Abuse   Family Childcare   Food   Funding   Health   Safety   Special Needs   Staff   Staff Training   Starting a Program   State Regulations   Technology   Transportation   Volunteers Running a Program Funding Child Care and Development Funds If you want an easy to read, comprehensive summary of the Administration on Children, Youth and Families' Child Care and Development Funds, this is the place to come. Child Care Mandatory and Matching Funds of the Child Care and Development Fund Visit this site to look at eligibility, the application and award process, related programs, program accomplishments, financial and administrative information, information contacts at the regional and local levels, assistance considerations, and post assistance requirements for the Child Care and Development Fund. Child Care Providers Frequently Asked Questions The Child Care Bureau has compiled a list of most frequently asked questions. Do you wonder..."Where can I find other funding for my child care program?" or "Are there local funds available to assist my program or my families?" You’ll find answers to these questions and more. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service The Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) provides funding to public and private organizations, schools, child care centers, after school care programs, and summer programs for healthy meals and snacks served to children. FNS programs are usually administered through the State Department of Education. Financing Resources The National Child Care Information Center has compiled this list of publications, organizations, and links about funding child care programs Involving Communities in Planning for Child Care Services Child care is local. Since the neighborhoods where children and families live and work are where child care services are delivered, community involvement in planning for child care services is essential. This Child Care Bulletin from NCCIC looks at this issue in depth. National Association for the Education of Young Children One of NAEYC's priorities in public policy is the financing of a system in every state to provide high quality early childhood education. Come to this site for key facts, information, and resources.