The Child Care Challenge
Kentucky families need child care they can count on, for infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. But in too many communities, options are limited or out of reach. When parents can’t find care, they can’t work. And in many communities, there aren’t enough options. This shortage touches every corner of the Commonwealth. Parents are forced to leave the workforce, families lose income, and communities miss out on the chance to grow stronger together.
Join the petition and stand with Kentuckians who believe child care is the foundation for family success and community opportunity.
Key Realities
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Potential annual economic impact in wages and state tax revenue if Kentuckians were to enter the workforce because of increased access to child care
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– 28,000
Estimated number of Kentucky parents who could enter the workforce with increased access to child care
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Child care costs can approach $12,000 per child each year — nearly 20% of the annual income for many Kentucky families
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In 37 rural counties, more than half of the children needing care lack local options
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Kentucky has just 2,008 private regulated child care providers — down from 3,700 in 2012
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Share of U.S. parents who cite caring for young children as their primary reason for not working
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Kentucky children who potentially lack access to nearby licensed child care options
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Kentucky voters who say affordable child care for working families is important
Sign Today and Help Move Kentucky Forward
The Path Forward
- Support working families
- Support and promote quality
- Strengthen the child care workforce
- Encourage employer engagement
- Encourage community engagement
- Improve child care data
- Streamline regulations and encourage innovation
- Provide critical resources
Learn More & Get Involved
Read the Child Care Reports
Share Your Story
Invite the Chamber to Present in Your Region
Contact Skylar at sstaley@kychamber.com
Contact Your Lawmakers
1-800-372-7181
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce