About the
TEXAS FAMILY CHILD CARE NETWORK
The Texas Family Child Care Network (FCCN) is more than just a program—it’s a movement to uplift, empower, and invest in family child care providers across Texas.
This statewide initiative, funded by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), represents one of the most comprehensive and intentional efforts ever undertaken in our state to support home-based child care. Whether you’re just starting your journey as a family child care provider or you’re an experienced professional looking to grow, adapt, or enhance your services, the FCCN is designed with you in mind.
We recognize that family child care providers wear many hats—educator, business owner, caregiver, advocate—and that real support must reflect those realities. That’s why we’ve built an entire ecosystem of services to meet your needs at every stage of your journey!
The Network offers an extensive array of tailored services, including:
Group and Individual Business Coaching
Professional Development Tools
Peer Networking and Community Building
Technology Support and Tools
Statewide and Regional Special Events
Shared Services Network
Mini-Grant Opportunities
At its core, the FCCN is about more than delivering resources—it’s about making a lasting impact. We are here to help strengthen the financial, operational, and emotional resilience of family child care providers. When you thrive, children and families across Texas thrive.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, the FCCN is here to support you every step of the way. Register now to take advantage of the array of services!
Join us in building a robust network of family child care providers committed to delivering excellence in early childhood care and education throughout Texas!
About the Collaborators
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is the state agency charged with overseeing and providing workforce development services to employers and job seekers of Texas. TWC strengthens the Texas economy by providing the workforce development component of the Governor's economic development strategy. Texas boasts an incredibly skilled workforce ready to attract enterprise to the Lone Star State. By focusing on the needs of employers, TWC gives Texas the competitive edge necessary to draw business here.
Learn more about Texas Workforce Commission HERE
Founded in 2009, Civitas Strategies has grown to become a leading management consulting firm with a national reach. With a strong focus on sectors such as forgotten small businesses, early learning, college readiness, K-12 education, workforce development, economic and community development, philanthropy, and youth development, we have made a significant difference in the lives of millions of families and children across the nation.
Learn more about Civitas Strategies HERE.
At Shine Early Learning, we’re making measurable strides to overcome opportunity gaps in early childhood education. Our success looks like co-created solutions that strengthen our partners’ communities, counties, and states.
Learn more about Shine Early Learning HERE.
United Ways of Texas (UWT) was created in 1980 through the merger of several organizations with long histories of supporting the charitable sector since the early 1900s. After more than a century of dedicated community service, UWT remains steadfast in its vision of being united for a future where all Texans thrive. Today, our mission continues to be centered on community as we work towards strengthening and supporting local United Ways in Texas.
Learn more about United Ways of Texas HERE.