Supporting Childcare: Good for Employees, Great for Business

Affordable, accessible childcare supports a stable workforce, boosts the economy, and strengthens community well-being, benefiting everyone—not just those with young children. But the influx of new Suncoast residents has put a strain on the area’s already fragile childcare system. Understanding the landscape, The Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County (ELC) is here to support families as they navigate the local childcare realm, searching for quality care for children under the age of five.  

Fewer slots for more children create barriers for parents to hold a full-time job.