Quality Care for Children Inc.

Quality Care for Children Inc. is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality, accessibility, and affordability of early care and education in Georgia. With a history spanning over 40 years, the organization plays a crucial role in supporting child care providers and families across the state.

History and Mission

Established in 1979, Quality Care for Children (QCC) aims to equip families and child care providers with the knowledge and resources necessary to nurture and educate Georgia's infants and young children. QCC's mission focuses on creating a system that supports the early learning experiences of children from infancy through their early years[1][2].

Activities and Initiatives

• Support for Child Care Providers: QCC empowers child care providers by offering professional development, innovative tools, resources, and individualized support. This helps providers sustain and grow their programs, ensuring that children receive high-quality early learning experiences[1][2].

• Assistance for Families: QCC guides families in finding and accessing quality early learning and care programs. It also provides tuition scholarships to families in under-resourced communities, helping to remove barriers to high-quality care[1][2].

• Advocacy and Policy Development: Using data from its programs, QCC advocates for policies that enhance child care quality and affordability at the local, state, and national levels. The organization leverages frameworks like the Get Georgia Reading campaign to inform its work[3].

• Provider Resource Hub: QCC operates a resource hub that offers business and administrative tools to child care providers. This support helps providers maximize revenue and efficiently allocate resources, ensuring a stable supply of quality care across Georgia[3].

Vision and Values

Quality Care for Children's vision is for every child in Georgia to have access to high-quality early learning opportunities. The organization values people, quality, equity, and diversity, emphasizing that relationships are key to achieving its goals[2].

Funding and Partnerships

QCC is partially funded by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning through the Federal Child Care Development Grant. The organization collaborates with various stakeholders to advance its mission, including state-level entities and community partners[2].