How to Initiate a Cost Model in Your State or CommunityIf you’re reading this, chances are you’re invested in changing child care for the better—for you, children, families, and your community. You probably have lots of questions too: What is this resource about? What is a cost model? How will a cost model partnership process help me create positive change? You’re in the right place to explore and shape these answers! This resource is designed for providers like you who want to learn the following:How cost models can help us build sustainable and equitable child careHow to start this important process and pay for itHow to organize with othersThe collective actions you can take to be a part of the process Download PDF Filed under:Infants and Toddlers, Early Childhood, Advocates/Intermediaries, Publication, Cost Analysis and ModelingMore Resources Video Mapping the Money, Building the Vision: Strategic Public Financing 101 with Native Communities Learn more about an upcoming training created by and for Tribal citizens to improve funding for Native children and youth. Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now. Updates and Events Insights May 12, 2026 Five Ways to Put Your Fiscal Map into Action Insights April 27, 2026 With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth News March 26, 2026 In a Tough Fiscal Moment, States Look to Raise Revenue and Kids Have a Stake Close Share it! Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Click to copy URL Link Copied!
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Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now.
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