Promotes equity for children, community stability, and school readiness by helping families access and choose high quality child and after school care, partnering with providers and caregivers to offer excellent care, and advocating for child care solutions that strengthen communities.    

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00p.m.  

206-329-1011  ccr (@) childcare.org 

Child Care Resources

Supports families and caregivers, shapes policy, and promotes the learning and development of Washington State youth through a network of local child care resource and referral programs. 

1-866-416-4321 

Child Care Aware

An early literacy program designed to help parents and early child care providers ensure that young children have the necessary skills for learning to read. 

Get Ready to Read

Thrive Washington advances high-quality early learning – with a commitment to innovation and equity – throughout Washington state. We work with partners to activate communities, advocate for young children and families, and influence public and private investment.

206-621-5555 [email protected] 

Thrive Washington

Local libraries have many resources for small children that are totally free! 

(800) 462-9600

Monday – Saturday 10am – 6pm, Sunday 12pm – 5pm

King County Library System 

Events

WIC is for pregnant women, new and breastfeeding moms, and children under 5. provides nutritional information for expectant or recent mothers and monthly checks for up to $100 for healthy foods. 

1-800-322-2588

Washington State Department of Health

Free or reduced price meals for children who would normally reciece lunches during the school year. 

360-725-6000

Summer Food Service program

Provides nutritional meals to public and private school children.

360-725-6000

National School Lunch Program

Income assistance for Single Mothers. 

1-877-501-2233

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