Contra Costa County Suspends In-Class Instruction for the Remaining School Year
Contra Costa County joins the rest of the Bay Area counties in suspending in-class instruction for the rest of the 2019-2020 school year. The decision to close physical campuses was made to continue social distancing and to slow the spread of COVID-19. Schools will...
Apply for California Food Stamps Online
Applying for CalFresh is easier than ever! Get help putting food on the table by applying...
It’s Census Day!
It’s #CensusDay! Have you responded to the Census yet? For the first time, the U.S. Census Bureau will accept responses online. The process will be quick and secure. You can also respond by mail or by phone. Help make sure everyone gets counted, especially your little...
All Children Count
Young children are historically undercounted in the Census. Make sure to count all children regardless of age or relation living in your household when responding to #Census2020 Our children are counting on us! #CountMeIn #CoCoCounts Respond at my 2020census.gov...
CocoKids Early Learning Conference 2020
Dear Conference Registrants and Supporters, We regret to inform you that the CocoKids Early Learning Conference scheduled for April 25, 2020 at Diablo Valley College (DVC) has been CANCELLED. In accordance with the California Department of Public Health guidelines for...
ATTENTION ALL CHILD CARE PROVIDERS: COVID-19
ATTENTION ALL CHILD CARE PROVIDERS! The Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD), Child Care Program Office will be hosting a call to provide licensees with more information about topics related to the COVID-19 virus and to address questions impacting licensed...
Useful Resources in Response to COVID-19
CocoKids is dedicated to creating a safe and healthy space for our staff and the community we serve. As we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19, we have provided a message to our Child Care Providers and some useful resources in response to the situation. Useful...
Masterful Meal Prep
Meal prepping is a popular cooking trend you can use in your child care setting that can save money and time while improving nutritional intake. In this workshop presented by Kitty Lenhart from our Child Health & Nutrition program, you will learn: • Meal prepping...
Happy Election Day!
It’s #ElectionDay and the polls are now open! To check out your registration info, find your nearest polling place, and learn about your elected officials, go to https://www.cocovote.us/registration-and-voting-options/. Make sure you show up and have your voice...
Read Across America!
The world—and books—are filled with many different kinds of people. Getting to know them is interesting, exciting, and fun! Find great titles to share and talk about for #ReadAcrossAmerica at...
Why Does the 2020 Census Matter?
Did you know that an accurate census count will help our communities get their fair share of government funding for schools, social services, healthcare, highways and housing? Can we count you in? #CountMeIn #CoCoCounts Learn more at...
Circle Time Fun: Love it or Leave it!
Circle time provides a unique opportunity to connect and direct the children in your program. Join Kim Nguyen, our Quality Improvement Facilitator, to learn how to make circle time more engaging for your little ones. Register...
March Workshops
March is filled with new workshops from “Masterful Meal Prep” to “Story Song, and Movement!” Check out our upcoming workshops and secure your spot...
SIGN THE PETITION! End Child Poverty in California
SIGN THE PETITION: There are 450,000 children in California who live in extreme poverty but we can change that together. Sign End Child Poverty CA’s petition today because all of our children deserve to be healthy, housed, and...
Coronavirus: What Child Care Providers Need to Know
What is Coronavirus and what can you do to protect yourself and the children in your care? Check out this article by Child Care Aware of America to learn all about...
2020 Census: Count Me In!
Young children are historically undercounted in the Census. Make sure to count all children regardless of age or relation living in your household when responding to #Census2020 Our children our counting on us! #CountMeIn #CoCoCounts Learn more about cococensus.org...
Save the Date! 26th Annual Early Learning Conference
SAVE THE DATE! You’re invited to our 26th Annual Early Learning Conference on Saturday, April 25th at Diablo Valley College! This year’s theme is “Moments with Purpose: The Beauty of Play” and will showcase hands-on interactive workshops of all...
Annual Toy Drive – Thank You
Our Annual Toy Drive was a success this past holiday season because of you! Thank you to our community and our donors for making the holidays a little bit brighter for our children and families. Play and Learn SchoolChildtime (Martinez)Step Ahead Learning Center...
Simplificando Impuestos (Taxes) Para Proveedores de Cuidado Infantil
It’s not too late to sign up for “Simplificando Impuestos (Taxes) Para Proveedores de Cuidado Infantil!” Hosted by Carlos Alemán, he’ll teach you new laws that affect child care providers, how to keep your business files up to date, and how to...
Story Walking Workshop
A story walk is a valuable method for scaffolding vocabulary, boosting student’s curiosity and critical thinking skills, and supporting English language learners. Join Tandem, Partners in Early Learning as they explore the versatility of books as teaching tools!...
You’re Invited…
4th Annual Champions for Children Luncheon September 19, 2019 Purchase Tickets Now COCOKIDS invites you to the 4th Annual Champions for Children Luncheon.Our nonprofit organization celebrates 43 years of service for children and families with a special luncheon and...
A’s Partner of the Game
Non-Profit Partner of the Game Discounted Tickets Oakland A’svs.Texas Rangers September 21, 2019 PostgameFireworks Purchase...3rd Annual Champions for Children Luncheon
3rd Annual Champions for Children Luncheon The 3rd Annual Champions for Children Luncheon was a success. Our gratitude goes out to all who attended and supported our mission. Special thanks to our emcee, Dan Ashley, ABC 7 News Anchor, for his continued support and...3rd Annual Champions for Children Luncheon
3rd Annual Champions for Children Luncheon September 13, 2018 Purchase Tickets COCOKIDS invites you to the 3rd Annual Champions for Children Luncheon. Our nonprofit organization celebrates 42 years of service for children and families with a special luncheon and...3rd Champions for Children Luncheon
COCOKIDS Board of Directors is pleased to announce this special Luncheon and Speaker Event 3RD CHAMPIONS FOR CHILDREN LUNCHEON Support Children’s Growth and Resilience KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Julie KurtzRegional Director, CA Center for Social emotional Foundations for Early...COCOKIDS’ 3 Acronyms for Surviving for the Stressful Holidays
The holidays can be of the best times and worst of times for families. There are many things Bay Area families must jiggle that can tend to have major stressors on family life. Traffic, child care holiday closures, and gift shopping just to name a few things that can...Contra Costa Child Care Council – Impacts Over 60,000 People Annually – Has A New Name & Logo
(Richmond, Concord, Antioch, CA) – The Contra Costa Child Care Council with an impact of over 60,000 children, families, preschool teachers and child care providers annually is now CocoKids! Celebrating more than 40 years of community service throughout Contra Costa...Our Impact in 2016
Together, we made a difference in the lives of children, families and early educators last year. Thank you for caring!
What We Promise to Do
Learn about our promise to you as we remain steadfast in supporting all of our children and families.
2015 Annual Report
The Contra Costa Child Care Council’s programs continue to be vital to the care and early education of children. Learn about our achievements and supporters.
So much potential…
…there’s no time to waste. Help give a child the best start in life.
Make a gift today. This child may invent a medical cure or invent something we can’t even imagine yet.
You can make a difference! Donate now.
Changing Lives Video
See the impact the Contra Costa Child Care Council has had on one family and the dozens of children in one child care program through its nonprofit services. Watch the video now.
The Raising of America: Early Childhood and the Future of Our Nation
A child’s brain develops more connections before age five than at any other time in life.
Watch the FREE trailer for this powerful documentary series online.
Need Help Paying for Care?
If you need help paying for child care or preschool, click here for the Child Care Eligibility List.
We help more than 1,700 children a year to smile, learn and grow in child care by giving their parents a helping hand.
Support the Child Care Fund with a simple act of kindness.
Quality Child Care Matters
Kids who attend quality programs do better academically and in life – that is the message of a public campaign to educate parents and launch a new system to rate and improve child care programs.
22nd Annual Early Learning Conference
Saturday, April 23, 2016 – Diablo Valley College
321 Golf Club Rd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
At the door registration ONLY (Cash or Credit Card)
CONGRATULATIONS to the Inclusion Project Team
Last year Autism Speaks awarded the Contra Costa Child Care Council Inclusion Project a small grant to identify and support young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) concerns. Autism Speaks is an autism advocacy organization in the United States...1st Annual Antioch Care and Share Fair
Saturday, June 13 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Free groceries for the first 200 households, free School Supplies and free clothing for the whole family. Entertainment and resources such as jumpy houses for the children, La Clinica, Ronald McDonald Dental Van, etc....Educate, Strengthen and Build
The Contra Costa Child Care Council’s 2014 Report highlights its impact on children, families and communities. With your support, we help parents work and children learn.
New 2015 Laws for Family Child Care Providers
Carbon Monoxide Detector Reimbursement for Family Child Care (until June 30, 2015)
Dreams and Hopes… Make Them Come True
Imagine this is your child. What would you do to help her dreams and hopes come true? YOU can help with a simple act of kindness.
Making a Difference
With community support, the nonprofit Contra Costa Child Care Council continued to provide exceptional services and early childhood education expertise. We touched the lives of so many children and families.
See Our Annual Report
The Child Care Council’s programs continue to be vital to the care and early education of children. Learn about our achievements…
2014 Top Workplace in Bay Area
Our nonprofit organization has been named a Top Workplace for the second year in a row. From a focus on life/work balance to health and wellness activities, the Child Care Council offers a work environment that is mission-driven and rewarding.
East Bay Giving Day May 6
Join us in a 24-hour online donations effort on May 6. This is a part of a nationwide campaign in crowd funding. We can use the “power of many” to make life better for children. Donate to the Contra Costa Child Care Council starting at midnight on Tuesday.
Every Child Matters. Your Gift Matters.
We need your help. Changing lives for the better is possible. Don’t wait. DONATE NOW to help improve a child’s life.
Contra Costa Child Care Council Announces New Executive Director
“On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Council, I am pleased and excited to share with you that the Board of Directors of the Council has selected John Jones to be our next Executive Director.”
Council Executive Director Named Woman of the Year
Kate Ertz-Berger, Executive Director of the Child Care Council, is being recognized as the 14th Assembly District Woman of the Year. Assembly member Susan Bonilla and many community members are celebrating Kate and her tremendous impact leading the Council over the...2013 Top Workplace in Bay Area
Our nonprofit organization has been named to the Bay Area News Top Workplaces list. The Bay Area News Group that publishes the Contra Costa Times features highlights about the Contra Costa Child Care Council and how it achieved this recognition.
Fall 2013 Issue: Top Workplace in Bay Area, Kate “Woman of the Year”, We Give! Community Giving Day September 18 and 19…
Issue’s Topics * Top Workplace * Kate “Woman of the Year” * Ange Wins Award * Be Snack-Wise * Covered California Healthcare Exchange * Carla Medina Scholarship… * We Give! Community Giving Day, September 18th and 19th * New Website Coming...Every Child Matters. Your Gift Matters.
Thank you to our nonprofit organization’s supporters who have contributed to making a difference in the lives of children.
School Readiness – Developing Executive Functions
Educators say school readiness is more than learning your ABCs.