Program Resources
Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Programs
Stay ready, stay safe. Prepare today, thrive tomorrow. Learn how to prepare in case of emergencies.
Missouri Resources
Get connected with Missouri-specific early childhood agencies and resources. Includes subsidy registration, CACFP Food Program, and more.
National Resources
National resources to help you start and run your child care business.
Show Me Child Care Resources
Show Me Child Care Resources is a subscription-based website for child care educators and business owners providing 2,000+ resources including information on engaging families, classroom resources, saving money, Missouri specific resources, and successful program management
Show Me Jobs Board
Early care and education job listings from various employers throughout Missouri are listed.
Starting or Expanding Your Child Care Business
Beginn your journey to start or expand your child care business! Download one of our child care start-up guides to learn more about starting or expanding your child care business.
Advance Your Child Care Career
Learn how to advance your career almost debt-free with a dedicated scholarship counselor who will be alongside you every step of the way. Advance your career and build your confidence as you gain the ability to make a greater impact in the lives of the children who trust you.
Business and Operations Consulting
Enhance your child care business with child care specific consulting services. Get assistance with grant opportunities, start-up, expansions, budgeting, accounting practices, and other consulting services.
Email our Chief Business Officer for additional information.
Staff Training and Back Office Supports
Need assistance with your accounting and administrative work? We provide in-person or virtual training options on topics such as leadership, business, social and emotional, and more. Customized training is also available.
How can we help grow your business?
Email our Chief Business Officer to get connected with our team!
Economic Impact Network
Businesses and child care programs come together to find innovative solutions to the child care shortage, how to serve more children, and be successful. Join in the conversations to grow through business and community partnerships.
Email our Chief of Workforce Development for more information.
Put Economic Impact Network in the subject line. Reach out to be invited to the networking events.
Data and Reports
Our data and analytical services are designed to support your various endeavors, whether you are engaged in research, project work, or market analysis. We are here to assist you in leveraging the necessary information including demographic, economic, social, and child care data.
Child Abuse Hotlines
Find out more about the child abuse hotline resources, options, and process.
