The child care sector is growing—and fast. Projections show the U.S. child care market is expected to grow from $62.44 billion in 2024 to $95.13 billion by 2034. That’s a 4.3% annual growth rate over the next decade—driven by the critical need for child care options like daycare centers, in-home providers, and preschool programs. These services don’t just care for children—they support working families and power our economy. It’s time for policies that match this growth and prioritize quality, affordable care for every child Advocate for Child Care with Us! Become a member of the NC Early Education Coalition today and help us make change happen ncearlyeducationcoalition.org #childcare #NCEarlyEd #EarlyEd #ChildCareMatters #SupportFamilies (fb)

Juneteenth is a celebration of people who fought—and continue to fight—for freedom. Today, that fight continues in new ways. At the NC Early Education Coalition, we know that without access to affordable, quality early education, there is no real future for our children to enjoy the freedom hard-won by generations before them. 🧒🏾 Children can’t grow and thrive without care. 👩🏽‍🏫 Parents can’t work without support. 💡 Communities can’t prosper without investment in our youngest learners. This Juneteenth, let’s honor the past by fighting for the future. Let’s fight for early education. Visit bit.ly/449Qxy2 NOW to learn how you can join in the fight. #Juneteenth #FightForChildCare #FreedomToLearn #NCearlyed #InvestInChildren (fb)