Written by Eboni Delaney, Director of Communications and Movement Building In recognition of Veterans Day, NAFCC shares the story of Beth Hart, a U.S. Army veteran, former family child care educator, and current Chair of the NAFCC Accreditation Council. “My eldest two children would cry when they saw my husband and me in our uniforms…
In-Person 2-Day Observer Training happening at the FLAEYC Conference Date: October 14-15, 2026 (Wednesday, Thursday) Location: Hyatt Regency, Jacksonville, FL Cost: $375 due to the Florida Family Child Care Home Association Format: In-person | Two days Clock Hours Awarded: 16 REGISTER TODAY About the Session We warmly welcome all conference participants to join us for…
By Eboni Delaney, Director of Policy and Movement Building For 14 years, LaTonya Richardson of Florida partnered with Early Head Start. During that time, the partnership helped create opportunities that shaped both her program and her career. It also changed in ways that ultimately led her to make the difficult decision to walk away. Her…
For five unforgettable days in Chicago, Family Child Care educators, advocates, partners, and leaders from across the country came together to connect, learn, celebrate, and advocate for the future of the profession.
Written by Eboni Delaney, Director of Policy and Movement Building For nearly four decades, Benu Chhabra has dedicated her life to children, families, and the family child care profession. As the owner of Benu’s Preschool, founder of Bay Area Professional Family Child Care Network (BAPFCCN), and a leader at the local, state, and national levels,…
Each year, the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) recognizes outstanding family child care educators whose dedication, leadership, and commitment to quality make a lasting impact on children, families, and communities. The Accredited Educator of the Year Award celebrates educators who exemplify excellence in family child care and inspire others across the field. We…
In this edition of “On the Move,” we’re excited to spotlight the impactful work and milestones achieved by the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) in March and April.
Written by Eboni Delaney, Director of Policy and Movement Building For Kathryn Baker, family child care began with family. After graduating from Marshall University with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Kathryn began managing a retail store. Meanwhile, her husband had started caring for friends’ children while their parents worked. What began as helping a few…
On May 11, educators, families, and communities across the country participated in Day Without Child Care 2026, a growing national movement designed to highlight what happens when child care is unavailable and to elevate the essential role early childhood educators play in the lives of children, families, communities, and the economy. Now in its fifth…
Written by Eboni Delaney, Director of Policy and Movement Building When Chantal and Harold Hinds first learned they were pregnant, one of the first pieces of advice they received was a recommendation for a family child care program. “After the congratulations, it was, you have to take your baby to our child care provider.” The…