Childcare
Childcare resources cover early learning centers, preschool programs, after-school clubs, and respite care that help families balance work and caregiving. These services nurture child development, keep kids safe, and link parents with tuition assistance and culturally responsive supports.
News related to Childcare
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Mayor Wilson’s 2026 State of the City Address
Mayor Katie B. Wilson delivered her 2026 State of the City address, emphasizing community resilience, hope, and the need for action again...
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A Tale of Two Lobby Days
United Way of King County participated in two significant advocacy events at the State Capitol in Olympia this month. On February 5, the ...
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A Safe Space Only Matters If Kids Can Access It
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County emphasizes the importance of the Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) program for families in Wash...
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2026 Legislative Session Update
The 2026 Legislative Session is entering its first round of cutoffs, which are critical deadlines for bills to progress. The initial cuto...
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Celebrating Black History Month
This Black History Month highlights three influential leaders who advanced economic justice and improved access to essential needs for ch...
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Bringing kids’ dreams within reach
At 19, Scott Moorhouse faced a troubled past, having been caught smuggling drugs and struggling with addiction. A chance encounter with J...
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DOH announces recipients of Perinatal Mental Health Access and Capacity Building grant
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is awarding Perinatal Mental Health Access and Capacity Building grants to community orga...
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Seahawks & ASC: Birds of a feather support each other
Atlantic Street Center (ASC) celebrates the Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory, highlighting the team’s long-standing support for the c...
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Statewide Child Wellness Survey shows Washington families are resilient but face barriers to basic needs, childcare, and healthcare
New data from Washington’s Child Wellness Survey reveals that families with young children demonstrate strong resilience despite facing s...
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ACTION ALERT: Support the Millionaires Tax by signing in “PRO”!
Governor Ferguson has proposed a “Millionaires Tax” aimed at generating revenue from the state’s wealthiest households. The tax would be ...
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ACTION ALERT: Protect WCCC!
Proposed legislative budgets are suggesting a $41 million cut to essential early learning programs, including the Working Connections Chi...
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Budget Update: WCCC is Facing Significant Cuts
Week 4 of the legislative session reveals significant cuts to early learning programs in Washington state, particularly affecting the Wor...
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2026 Letter from the ED
Wonderland’s Executive Director Mary Kirchoff reflects on a successful 2025, emphasizing the importance of partnership in serving childre...
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The Transformative Power of Reliable Child Care: Zoe’s Story
Zoe Meyers is a college student and a single mother to her three-year-old son, Mari. After facing unexpected family challenges, she sough...
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Funding opportunity for providers of teen after-school drop-in services
To support Bellevue’s middle- and high-school youth, the City of Bellevue is offering $86,000 annually for after-school drop-in services ...
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The 2026 Legislative Session is Here!
The 2026 Legislative Session began on January 12, kicking off a 60-day short session during the second year of the biennium. During this ...
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City Manager Report – January 22nd, 2026
City Manager Amy Arrington reported on January 22, 2026, detailing the Normandy Park City Council’s goals for the year. During their Annu...
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Let’s create the best Miller Playfield Play Area together!
Seattle Parks and Recreation is inviting the community to help design the future of the Miller Playfield Play Area. An event is scheduled...
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Safe Crossings grief training for providers who support children and families
Safe Crossings Foundation will host its 12th Annual Northwest Conference on Childhood Grief on February 25, 2026, at the Seattle Children...
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Support for Seattle Families of Children Ages 0 to 3
Washington Multicultural Services Link (WMSLINK) is providing Family Services Navigation and home visiting support for Seattle families w...
Events for Childcare
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EARLY START Bellevue
Join the community for EARLY START Bellevue on Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North Bellevue Community Center, located at 4063 148...
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English Playgroup (Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Group)
Join the English Playgroup, part of the Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Group, on February 19 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Family Reso...
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Town Halls for Public Input on Early Learning Funding
Join local legislators for a town hall on February 20, 2026, to share your thoughts on early learning funding. This event offers communit...
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Family Resource Center Drop-In Hours
Join us at the Family Resource Center on Feb. 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for our Drop-In Hours. This event offers an opportunity to...
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Vehicles on the Move
Join Teacher Nikki for “Vehicles on the Move,” a free, truck-and-construction-themed story time on Feb. 20 from 3 to 4 p.m. at City Hall ...
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Webinar on Childhood Vaccine Schedule
Join the Washington State Department of Health for an informative webinar on Friday, Feb. 23, 2026, at noon PST. This session will cover ...
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Social Services Community Connection
Join the Social Services Community Connection event on Feb. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the South Park Neighborhood Center, located...
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Spanish Playgroup (Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Group)
Join the Spanish Playgroup at the Family Resource Center in Seattle on Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This engaging event invites chi...
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EARLY START Kent
Join the community for EARLY START Kent on February 24 from noon to 1 p.m. This event offers attendees a chance to engage with local reso...
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12th Annual Northwest Conference on Childhood Grief
Join us for the 12th Annual Northwest Conference on Childhood Grief on Feb. 25, 2026, at the Seattle Children’s Sand Point Learning Cente...
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EARLY START Maple Valley
Join the EARLY START event in Maple Valley on Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. This community gathering offers families an opportunity to ...
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Family Resource Center Drop-In Hours
Stop by the Family Resource Center on February 25 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. to take advantage of drop-in hours. Attendees can meet with a Com...
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Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (Evento en Español)
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn, an event conducted in Spanish, will take place on Feb. 25, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at El Centro de la...
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EARLY START Bellevue
Join the community for EARLY START Bellevue on Feb. 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North Bellevue Community Center, located at 4063 148...
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English Playgroup (Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Group)
Join the English Playgroup, part of the Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Group, on Feb. 26 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Family Resource...
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Family Resource Center Drop-In Hours
Visit the Family Resource Center for drop-in hours on Feb. 27, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1005 NE 67th St, Seattle, WA. Attendees ca...
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Application Deadline for After-School Drop-In Services Funding
The application deadline for funding to support after-school drop-in services is February 27, 2026, at 4 p.m. This funding opportunity ai...
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Family Resource Center Drop-In Hours
The Family Resource Center in Seattle will host drop-in hours on Feb. 27, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This event invites families to mee...
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Take a Chance for Kids
Join us for “Take a Chance for Kids,” a game night fundraiser supporting KidVantage, on March 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Blakely Ha...
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25th Anniversary of the Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon
Join the 25th Anniversary of the Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon on Tuesday, April 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Meydenbauer Ce...