Nearly 75 percent of children in Washington under age five are cared for by parents, family, friends, and neighbors who may be eligible to apply for subsidies. This is according to the Child Care Aware of Washington website.

KCCC is on a mission to increase the number of childcare businesses throughout the county, where there is a dire need for providers.

Do you or someone you know need affordable childcare? Take this public child care center needs assessment survey in English or Spanish. The survey closes Friday, September 17th, 2021. Paper versions of the survey have also been distributed to libraries, schools, and other locations.