South Carolina
Working families in South Carolina need accessible, affordable, quality child care and early learning opportunities for their children.
Currently, federal and state early learning programs reach thousands of young children and their families in South Carolina. But too many working families in South Carolina are missing out. As a direct result of child care issues, the South Carolina economy loses millions of dollars each year in the form of lost earnings, productivity, and revenue.
There are 342k children ages 5 and under in South Carolina
64% of these children have all available parents in the workforce
The typical annual cost of child care in South Carolina is around $7,700
The Child Care and Development Block Grant only reaches 7% of eligible families. This federal program helps low-income parents afford child care
South Carolina’s economy loses $1.4B annually due to child care challenges
South Carolina: In The Headlines
Child care concerns in South Carolina
WYFF | March 18, 2024
Greenville First Steps is hoping churches can convert Sunday school space into child care space.
Child care professionals in South Carolina will receive federally-funded bonuses
WCIV | February 12, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Social Services announced on Monday the launch of SC BOO$T, a pilot program that provides bonus to childcare professionals.
Child care expert weighs in on day care struggles in South Carolina
4 WYFF | February 9, 2024
For many new parents, finding a quality daycare is a top priority. However, many parents will have to wait because of the lack of facilities or space.
South Carolina Resources & News
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