Local support means local control . The Project is more successful at connecting to the community, gaining support, and raising funds because it builds on the local structure of the existing 4-C agencies. The Project finds that local businesses and supporters are more willing to invest locally than they are to put their funds into a larger, state pool. Share information and resources at the state level . The state 4-C Association is effective for gathering the best ideas and sharing them throughout the network, as well as bringing additional statewide resources to the local level.
Collaboration brings rewards.
By mirroring best practices and collaboration, the 15 regional agencies have shown tremendous willingness to work together, share ideas, and feel that the success of one depends on the success of the others. In addition, good collaboration between the state and local levels facilitates strong support from the communities. This information was developed as part of the Child Care Partnership Project, a multi-year technical assistance effort funded by the Child Care Bureau, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Partnership Project is providing a series of technical assistance resources and materials to support the development and strengthening of public-private partnerships to improve the quality and supply of child care.