CEO, Jennifer Cowan, joined the Giving Intelligence podcast, hosted by Mitchell Kraus, to discuss why child care is more than a parenting issue. It's a critical investment in children, families, and our economy. Jennifer shared how Connections for Children (CFC) has spent the past 50 years helping families access affordable, high-quality child care while supporting the providers who make early learning possible. The conversation also explored the importance of advocacy, community partnerships, and building a stronger child care system that allows children and families to thrive.
Highlights from the conversation included:
- Why affordable, high-quality child care is essential for families, employers, and the economy.
- How CFC connects families with resources and support, even when services extend beyond our own programs.
- The importance of advocating for increased investment in child care subsidies and the early childhood workforce.
- How volunteers, community partners, and donors can make a meaningful impact beyond financial contributions.
"Child care is an economic issue, and it's something we should all care about. The more we set children and families up for success early on, the greater the long-term impact for our communities.”
Listen to the full episode on Spotify →
