Many child care business leaders come to their leadership positions without prior business and management training. In order to ensure long-term sustainability, child care businesses need to develop and enhance their business, management and leadership skills. The Child Care Council can help early care and education businesses strengthen their capabilities through professional development opportunities as well as consultation and technical assistance.
For assistance, contact Idie Benjamin, Director of Professional Development
(914) 761-3456 ext 108 or idieb@cccwny.org. |
In addition to the Council, numerous business resources exist both locally and nationally, many of which are free or inexpensive.
Explore the following resources for more information:
Council of Community Development Financial Institutions
Offers credit, capital and financial services
NYS Small Business Development Center
Provides training and business tools
Local Organizations
Leviticus 25:23 Alternative Fund
Provides capital and financial services for child care centers - (914)-606-9003
Pro Bono Partnership
Legal resources for non profits
Women’s Enterprise Development Center
Training and technical assistance in English and Spanish
Computer Training
Pace Computer Learning Center
Westchester Community College
SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives)
Free and confidential business counseling and workshops for both start-up entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Professional Development Scholarships
EIP
The Educational Incentive Program (EIP) was created to promote the professional and career development of those working in the field of child care. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and can be used for workshops, conferences, credit-bearing courses and credentials within the child care profession. For an application or further information, call 1-800-295-9616 or visit the website.
Cathryn A. Riley Leadership Fund
Cathryn A. Riley was a former Council employee who devoted her entire professional life to improving the lives of young children and those who work with them. The Fund awards educational grants to early childhood professionals who would like to develop projects that will enhance their leadership skills and inspire others to advance through training. The Fund supports the development of new collaborations supporting children and families, initiatives promoting early childhood education, independent research and the development of courses strengthening leadership.
Grants from the Cathryn A. Riley Leadership Fund are awarded once a year, yet are designed to be open-ended. Applicants must be:
A resident of New York State.
Employed in the early childhood field.
Work with children from birth through age 12 and their families.
Submit a detailed proposal that demonstrates how their training goals will advance them to leadership roles within the child care community.
To learn more about the Cathryn A. Riley Fund contact Idie Benjamin at
(914) 761-3456, ext. 108 or idieb@cccwny.org.
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