Stories from the Field
Stories from the Field showcases the journeys and successes of child care professionals in Oregon, celebrating their contributions and insights into the industry.
Early Child Care Business Accelerator Series Launched in September
By Holly Mar-Conte | Onward Eugene
An innovative child care business training program launched this September at the Lane Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in partnership with local Child Care Resource and Referral agency, Quality Care Connections (QCC). This free program is made possible by funding and support from Lane Community College, JTMF Foundation, and City of Eugene, and is aimed at addressing the lack of child care in the region.
‘I’m so happy’: State seeds retirement accounts for 900 child care providers
By Sami Edge | The Oregonian/OregonLive
All of Oregon’s 2,300 registered and certified child care providers were eligible to receive a chunk of the retirement funds, but slightly fewer than half opted in. About 200 of them are still in line to receive their funds.
Published February 20, 2024
Q&Q With Newberry Child Care in Downtown Eugene
By Rob Bennett | President, Downtown Athletic Club
Located in downtown Eugene, Newberry Child Care at the Downtown Athletic Club provides quality care for preschoolers, ages 2 1/2 to 6 years of age. They recently expanded their program by adding a classroom and opening 13 new slots for children ages 2 ½ to 4 ½ years.
Published June 7, 2023
