Child Care Partnership

A program of the Western Dairyland EOC

Annual Business Information Form (BIF) Updates

It’s time to complete your Business Information Form (BIF)! Your input helps shape child care policy, support families, and strengthen Wisconsin’s early childhood workforce—check your email for your unique link.

Child Care Advocacy

We're collecting stories to share with lawmakers about how childcare affects YOU! Parents, childcare providers and communities are invited to share your story with us. Click here to share your story!

Service Area

Child Care Partnership Resource & Referral proudly serves Buffalo, Chippewa, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, St. Croix, and Trempealeau Counties and the Ho-Chunk Nation.

Our Family Resource Program serves parents and caregivers in Buffalo and Pepin Counties.

Our Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) proudly serves Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, La Crosse, Monroe, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Trempealeau, Washburn and Vernon Counties and the Ho-Chunk Nation.

2024 Annual Report

We're excited to share our most recent annual report highlighting our accomplishments from last year! View it here.

Shaping young minds by supporting their caregivers!

Child Care Partnership is a program of Western Dairyland EOC and member agency of Thriving Wisconsin - Wisconsin's network of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies and Family Resource Centers.

Our mission is to partner with and support parents and caregivers by creating a greater understanding of their important role and the positive impact they have on the lives of children. We strive to strengthen families and communities through support, resources, and guidance through a strengthened-based approach.

Parents

We work with parents and/or caregivers to find child care, evaluate child care options, and provide resources including payment assistance.

    

Providers

We provide one-on-one support for individuals interested in starting a child care & to regulated child care programs, continuing education opportunities, the CACFP for family child care programs, and more!

    

Community

We are the local experts and hold vital child care data for communities to best support children, families, and local economies. 

    

Family Resources

We work with parents and caregivers in Buffalo & Pepin Counties to build on their strengths, foster confidence, and deepen connections with their children during fun, hands-on activities!

Our services are available to the entire community; there are no income guidelines. CCP is funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, Thriving Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board and other state and local entities. CCP is a non-profit joint Child Care Resource and Referral Agency (CCR&R) and Family Resource Center (FRC) serving Western Wisconsin.

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November 27, 2025 – As we head into the holiday season, our hearts are full of gratitude for the incredible child care providers, families, and community partners who support children every day. We’re honored to walk beside you in this work. Here’s to a season filled with connection, joy, and moments that remind us why we do what we do. 💛 From our team to yours!

November 26, 2025 – Thankful for those who care for little ones? We’re here to support you! This season of gratitude, Child Care Partnership is thankful for families and caregivers. We offer free referrals to licensed childcare programs and will even call providers to check availability for you. Let us help you find trusted care options while you focus on what matters most. 📞 715-831-1700 🌐 ww.childcarepartnership.org

November 24, 2025 – There's still time to register for our upcoming WMELS training starting in January! Learn how WMELS supports high-quality care and education across all developmental domains and leave with strategies you can use right away! Register today: https://www.childcarepartnership.org/calendar.phtml/994233/wi-model-early-learning-standards-virtual-live-20-hours

November 21, 2025 – This week, a few CCP staff are attending the The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Conference in Florida! From workshops to warm weather, NAEYC has been inspiring and full of opportunities to learn and connect.

November 20, 2025 – Wondering “What is WMELS & Why Should I Join?” Think of WMELS as your roadmap to giving the children you care for the best start in life! These standards are a powerful framework that helps you understand what children need to thrive. In this training, you’ll explore each domain of child development and learn how to use developmental expectations, performance standards, and the teaching cycle to plan engaging activities and assess progress. You’ll leave with strategies to create supportive environments and strong adult-child relationships that spark curiosity and growth. This isn’t just theory, it’s about building high-quality care and education for ALL children. If you want to feel confident, intentional, and inspired in your work, this training is for you! 👉 Register today: https://www.childcarepartnership.org/calendar.phtml/994233/wi-model-early-learning-standards-virtual-live-20-hours

November 19, 2025 – Please check your infant formula to find out if it's included in this recent recall. Even though safe formula preparation methods cannot prevent the type of illness involved in this recent recall, prepping formula and bottles safely does protect babies from other types of illness and bacteria. Take this opportunity to learn about the safest way to prepare bottles. https://www.cdc.gov/infant-toddler-nutrition/formula-feeding/preparation-and-storage.html

November 19, 2025 – Just Welcomed a New Baby? We’re Here to Help with Childcare! Whether you're planning ahead for infant care or just starting to explore options, Child Care Partnership is here to support you. We offer FREE referrals to licensed infant care programs in your area — and we’ll even call providers for you to check for openings and answer your questions. Let us help you find a safe, nurturing place for your little one. 📞 715-831-1700 🌐 ww.childcarepartnership.org

November 17, 2025 – Join us December 3rd for Employer Strategies for Supporting Working Families, a seminar designed to help businesses create family-friendly workplaces that strengthen recruitment and retention. When businesses invest in their employees and their families, their bottom line benefits. Tag a business owner or HR leader who should attend! #FamilyFriendlyWorkplace #employersupport #childcarepartnership #thrivingwisconsin

November 15, 2025 – Thinking about starting your own childcare business? Join us for a free info session in Chippewa Falls at Whirlybird Coffee Co. to learn how to get started! Whether you're dreaming of opening a center or offering care from your home, we’ll walk you through the basics and connect you with resources to help you succeed. ✅ Free to attend ✅ No registration required ✅ Bring your questions! Let’s explore how you can make a difference for families in your community

November 13, 2025 – Dreaming of starting your own family child care program? Join us for our upcoming Fundamentals of Family Child Care training where you’ll learn everything you need to know to start and run a successful child care program in your home. From licensing requirements to best practices for creating a safe, nurturing environment, this training sets you up for success. 📌 Register now: https://www.childcarepartnership.org/calendar.phtml/994229/ccft-fundamentals-of-family-child-care-revised-2024-blended

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