EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children

From all of us at EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children, Happy Thanksgiving! ???? We’re grateful for our members, legislators, partners, and friends who dedicate themselves each day to creating child care solutions for their communities. Thank you for making a difference in early childhood!

EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children partnered with the Common Sense Institute Colorado to contribute to a report examining the impact of expanding access to child care for Colorado families. The report revealed that 51% of Coloradans live in child care deserts, with a shortage of 88,500 child care slots for children under age 6. Thank you to FOX31 KDVR / Channel 2 KWGN for spotlighting how these challenges sideline workers and affect the economy.

We're headed to Washington, D.C. next week for the National Child Care Innovation Summit: Business Leaders in Action on December 3-4. Thank you to our Trailblazer sponsor, YMCA of the USA, for championing child care solutions across the nation. Your support is essential in bringing this impactful event to life! Learn more about the National Child Care Innovation Summit at https://ow.ly/wtfu50UfstR

Love planning events and bringing people together? EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children is seeking an independent part-time contractor to serve as an Events Manager to plan and execute a variety of events throughout the year. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: ??Event design ??Event planning ??Day-of coordination ??Event communication planning and logistical support The Events Manager will oversee the planning and project management of all EPIC-owned and partner events throughout the year. This includes signature gatherings such as EPIC’s Annual Business Leaders Dinner, the National Child Care Innovation Summit, Legislative Breakfast, Pancakes and Policy, Member Events, Business Leader Roundtables, and more. This contractor position must be based in the Denver-metro area to support local events, but the majority of work will be done remotely. Learn more about the role and how to apply at https://ow.ly/WjVa50UfrIP

We're less than two weeks away from the National Child Care Innovation Summit: Business Leaders in Action, held on December 3-4 in Washington, D.C. Thanks to our Innovator Plus sponsors, Wellthy, Early Learning Ventures, KinderCare Learning Companies, Lakeshore Learning Materials, Learning Care Group, TOOTRiS, Care.com, Upwards, CareConnect (MCT Technology), RDG Planning & Design and Bright Horizons for supporting this event and for their steadfast commitment to advancing child care solutions. Learn more about the National Child Care Innovation Summit below! https://lnkd.in/g5ZntkYe

Lodging tax measures aimed at making child care more affordable and accessible were approved in Colorado's La Plata, Grand and Montrose counties. These communities join a growing list of mountain resort regions across the state taking action. Redirecting lodging tax revenue can help secure grants, fund the construction of child care facilities, and boost wages for infant and early care providers. Learn more from Chalkbeat Colorado below ??

The first five years of a child’s life set the foundation for lifelong learning. EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children President and CEO Nicole Riehl, PNC Head of Corporate Banking Ryan Beiser, and Clayton Early Learning President and CEO William Browning came together to discuss the vital role early childhood education plays in shaping a child’s future. They also highlighted how partnerships like the one between PNC and Clayton Early Learning create opportunities for early learning experiences and prepare the workforce of tomorrow. Tune in below to learn more! ??? https://ow.ly/Kthg50UbqS1

The National Child Care Innovation Summit: Business Leaders in Action is coming to Washington, D.C., on December 3-4. A big thank-you to this year’s program sponsors, Moms First and United WE for their dedication to research and advocacy in tackling the child care crisis. Their support makes this impactful event possible. Learn more about the National Child Care Innovation Summit at https://ow.ly/PRjo50Ua9Wb

EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children is dedicated to helping employers address the child care challenge together. Through financial modeling, technical support and community connections, our Design Lab has guided more than 29 employers in step-by-step planning and implementation of child care solutions for their employees. Find out more on how the Design Lab is supporting the workforce of today while developing the workforce of tomorrow at https://lnkd.in/gBUBvq5G

The Durango City Council recently approved a lease amendment that will add more than 40 year-round child care spaces for toddlers and preschoolers in Durango and La Plata County. This amendment permits the Powerhouse, a museum and children’s science center in Durango, to be used for child care services. The city’s nonprofit science center is an EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children Design Lab participant and a recipient of the Employer-Based Child Care Grant Program. For more details, check out the article from the Durango Herald below.