Child Care Financing Program and Resources Workshop

Discover funding and resources to help you create a safer, stronger learning environment and grow your child care business. Grow Your Child Care Business with 0% Financing Whether you're already operating a licensed child care program or preparing to launch one, this workshop can help you explore financing and resources to strengthen your business and create a better environment for the children you serve. Join the Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (VSBFA), in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Social Services and Virginia Department of Education, to learn about the Child Care Financing Program, which offers 0% interest loans to qualified Virginia licensed child care providers. You’ll learn how financing can help you: • Improve health and safety with facility upgrades and equipment. • Create better learning environments for the children in your care. • Make modifications to serve children with special needs. • Invest in your child care facility and strengthen your business. • Explore financing options before you launch if you're considering starting a child care program. The program is available to eligible child care centers and family day homes. You'll also hear from child care and business development professionals who can connect you with additional resources and guidance for building a strong, sustainable child care program. Presented by: Karen White, DSL, Regional Lending Manager, VSBFA https://sbsd.virginia.gov/vsbfa/ GUEST SPEAKERS: Josetta Thomae, PhD - GrowSmart Coordinator, Virginia Beach GrowSmart https://www.vbgrowsmart.com/ Sharon Howell, Eastern Region Manager - ChildCare Aware of Virginia: https://vachildcare.com/ Madonna Flores, MBA - Norfolk Homebased Care Network: https://www.norfolk.gov/5145/Home-Based-Childcare-Network You will also have an opportunity to network with other resource and support partners to include Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) and VA ITS Network. In partnership with the HIVE Business Resource Center of Virginia Beach