Every child in this city deserves quality care.
We’re the industry association representing New York’s home-based providers, center based, and family child care programs — helping you advocate, monitor changes to laws and regulations, and an extensive network to share and support all aspects of early childhood care..
The infrastructure behind good care
Running a child care program in New York means navigating ACS vouchers, DOE contracts, DOHMH inspections, and staffing rules that change year to year. We handle the parts that don’t touch the classroom, so you can focus on the parts that do.
Advocate & Monitoring Legislation and Policies
We represent member programs at City Hall and Albany — on reimbursement rates, licensing reform, and funding stream continuity.
Support
Compliance walkthroughs, grant application help, and direct guidance on DOHMH Regulations, Birth to 5 NYCPS contracts, Head Start, and voucher administration.
Connect
A working network of directors and educators across the city — shared trainings, peer support, and a shared voice.
Built around your funding stream
Voucher & contract support
Guidance across ACS vouchers, DOE 3K/UPK, and private-pay administration.
Licensing & inspection readiness
DOHMH and DOE alignment reviews before they show up on an inspector’s clipboard.
Staff credentialing & training
CDA pathways, clearance tracking, and ongoing professional development credits.
Policy representation
A collective voice in city and state budget negotiations that affect reimbursement rates.
“Every family that walks through our door is trusting us with the most important part of their day. This association makes sure that trust is backed by something solid.”— MEMBER DIRECTOR, FAMILY CHILD CARE PROGRAM, QUEENS
Run your program with a citywide network behind you
Open to licensed center-based and family child care programs across New York City, regardless of funding mix.
What you get
- Collective Advocacy — A unified voice on the policies, funding, contracts, and regulations affecting our industry.
- Industry Intelligence — Timely updates on regulatory changes, government initiatives, funding, and issues that matter to providers.
- Provider Network — Connect directly with fellow owners and operators to share knowledge, experiences, and solutions.
- Resource Hub — Access to a growing repository of industry resources, guidance, trusted partners, and practical information.
- A Seat at the Table — Opportunities to help shape the Alliance’s policy positions and advocacy priorities.