FCC Family Adventure Week FCC Family Adventure Week is quickly approaching! Are you geared up? Each day will be an exciting adventure. Check out our FCC Family Adventure Activity Guide. Let's play, learn, and grow! adventure week cover Play, Learn, and Grow!
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2025 Accredited Educator of the Year
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NAFCC “On the Move” (November + December 2024 Highlights)

In this edition of “On the Move,” we’re excited to spotlight the impactful work and milestones achieved by the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) in November and December.

A Gift of Love, A Future of Promise: Support Family Child Care this Giving Tuesday

As the holidays approach, we are reminded of the true spirit of giving. While we all take time to reflect on our blessings, we must also recognize the incredible impact of the gifts we give—not just during the season but all year long. This Giving Tuesday and every Tuesday, we invite you to join us…

Advancing Equity and Sustainability for FCC Educators

FCC educators are the backbone of our child care system, offering personalized, flexible, and culturally responsive care to children and families nationwide. Yet, despite their essential contributions, they face systemic barriers that jeopardize their ability to sustain and grow their programs. These challenges are not new, but the urgency to address them has only increased…