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Access the new publication here .   The Office of Early Childhood Development’s (ECD) Office of Head Start (OHS) and Office of Child...

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has released the latest Program Instruction (PI) for the submission of the Tribal...

The Office of Child Care (OCC) released three new fact sheets summarizing data from the FY 2025-2027 Child Care and Development Fund...

The Office of Child Care (OCC) is pleased to announce the release of new policy resources for Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Lead...

Download NCA's crediting guidance for Tribal communities to incorporate traditional Indigenous foods into CACFP meal programs.

New CACFP regulations now allow Tribal communities to substitute vegetables for grains, promoting health and honoring cultural traditions.

Understand budget reconciliation, a vital legislative process in U.S. policymaking, and how it shapes major fiscal and policy changes.

Tax policy reforms could help ease the child care crisis, expanding access and affordability for families while incentivizing business suppo

USDA announces $200M boost for CACFP providers, enhancing meal quality and expanding access to nutritious food for children and adults.

At the National Indian Child Care Association (NICCA), we are dedicated to advocating for the best interests of Tribal children,...

New Program Instructions (PI) for the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Triennial Child Count

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has introduced significant regulatory changes to the Child Care and Development Fund...

The National Indian Child Care Association (NICCA) has submitted formal comments in response to the Office of Child Care’s (OCC) Request...