Supporting and Empowering Child Care Business Owners and Early Educators

Since 1987, the National Child Care Association (NCCA) has served as a trusted, nonpartisan advocate for licensed providers of high-quality child care and early education programs.

Founded as a federation of state associations, NCCA was created to ensure that child care providers had a strong and influential presence at both state and national policy tables. Originally led by state-appointed representatives on its national board, the organization has since expanded to include individual and center-based memberships—amplifying our collective voice on behalf of this ESSENTIAL industry.

• Do you believe every child deserves access to affordable, high-quality care and early education?
• Do you want to help shape sustainable policies that support licensed child care businesses?
• Are you committed to advancing child care through advocacy, professional development, and community engagement?

If so then NCCA is your home. Join us and gain access to: 

• Timely updates on proposed policy and funding changes affecting child care 
• Opportunities to advocate for sustainable, child-focused policies at every level of government 
• Research and data that support urgent changes—ensuring children have access to affordable care without jeopardizing the viability of small child care businesses
• Cutting-edge professional development resources for child care leaders and educators
• A national network of like-minded child care owners, leaders, and partners working together to strengthen and sustain this vital industry

Be informed. Be involved. Be heard. Join NCCA today!

The National Child Care Association (NCCA) champions child care businesses of all sizes by providing the advocacy, education, and resources needed to deliver high-quality care and early education. We equip our members with advocacy training, access to industry data, and a strong national presence by partnering with like-minded organizations to amplify your voice on Capitol Hill and across the country.

Our wide range of member benefits includes exclusive discounts on industry services, practical tools and resources, professional development support, and much more. Read about our member benefits today.