“Ohio is facing dual crises: a workforce crisis and a child care crisis.”
Shannon Jones, President/CEO, Groundwork Ohio
The Columbus Dispatch, Feb 9 2022
United for Impact: Marion County Child Care Coalition
The Marion County Child Care Coalition was first convened in early 2021 by local nonprofits with a vested interest in removing barriers to accessible, affordable child care for Marion County residents.
Founding organizations included United Way of North Central Ohio, YMCA, YWCA, Marion Matters, Marion Community Foundation, Boys & Girls Club of Marion County, and Marion Job & Family Services. The Coalition now also includes Goodwill, Marion Area Chamber of Commerce, Marion City Schools, Pleasant Local Schools, Marion Nazarene, and Graphic Packaging.
Mission & Action Teams
The mission of the Marion County Childcare Coalition is to facilitate childcare solutions for Marion County families by removing barriers to childcare and providing families with more childcare options.
The Coalition leadership team has formed two Action Teams working to fulfill this mission.
CHILDCARE CAREERS ACTION TEAM
Action Team #1
To ensure pathways to childcare careers are available and utilized.
AFFORDABILITY ACTION TEAM
Action Team #2
To ensure childcare is affordable to families by leveraging available resources.
