About

We’re here to make child care easier to find, afford, and trust. We connect families to quality options, support educators with the tools to grow, and invest in early education across our community. We knock down barriers so every infant, toddler, and preschool-aged child has the chance to start strong, no matter their ZIP code.

Our mission is to prepare children for lifelong success through quality early learning. We support families throughout Sarasota County with guidance finding quality child care, financial assistance through Florida’s School Readiness Program, and access to free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) for eligible 4-year-olds. These services help children build strong foundations while giving parents greater ability to work, attend school, and build stability for their families.

We also invest in the educators and early learning providers who make quality care possible. Through professional development, coaching, technical assistance, credential pathways, and workforce development opportunities, we help strengthen Sarasota County’s early childhood education system and support more than 150 local early learning providers.

Our impact extends beyond the classroom. Reliable, high-quality child care supports working families, strengthens local businesses, and contributes to a stronger workforce and economy. By bringing families, educators, providers, businesses, and community partners together, we’re helping build a Sarasota County where children, families, and our community can thrive.