What is ECEResourcesCA?
ECEResourcesCA.org is a centralized resource website created specifically for California child care providers. It offers a wealth of high-quality, vetted tools designed to support both center-based and home-based child care businesses. The platform brings together expertise from early childhood education professionals throughout the country, resulting in practical, relevant resources—many available in both English and Spanish.
The website is operated by the California Child Care Resource & Referral Network and is available free of charge to all California child care providers and R&R staff who are Network members.
Watch the Introduction Video
Video description: This short introduction showcases how ECEResourcesCA serves as a free one-stop shop to save providers time and money, featuring resources for classroom planning, administration, HR, quality improvement, marketing, and professional development.
What Resources Are Available?
ECEResourcesCA offers different resource collections tailored to center-based programs and family child care homes. Key categories include:
For Child Care Centers
Engaging Families: Family handbooks, cultural responsiveness resources, and parent communication tools
Classroom Resources: Curriculum materials, activity ideas, and behavior guidance strategies
Program Management: HR tools, financial management templates, and business planning guides
Health & Safety: Comprehensive checklists, emergency plans, and nutrition resources
Money-Saving Opportunities: Discounts on supplies, services, and professional support
For Family Child Care Providers
Business Basics: Contract templates, recordkeeping systems, and professionalism guides
Classroom Activities: Age-appropriate curriculum resources and daily schedule templates
Financial Management: Fee collection strategies, enrollment tracking, and tax preparation tools
Marketing Support: Email templates, promotional strategies, and competitive analysis tools
Regulatory Navigation: Simplified guidance on federal and state regulations
How Does This Complement MyChildCarePlan.org?
While MyChildCarePlan.org helps connect families with child care providers and offers general provider resources, ECEResourcesCA focuses specifically on business operations, classroom management, and professional development tools. Together, these platforms create a comprehensive support system for California providers:
MyChildCarePlan.org helps with marketing your program to families and connecting with subsidy programs
ECEResourcesCA.org provides the practical tools to run your business efficiently and improve program quality
Money-Saving Opportunities
ECEResourcesCA provides access to significant discounts on products and services that child care providers use regularly:
20% off child products and supplies
65% off phone consultations and mental health support
10-30% off food and food service supplies
12-45% off office supplies
25-30% off payroll processing and other HR services
How to Register for ECEResourcesCA
Eligibility Requirements
Membership is restricted to early childhood education providers, administrators, staff, technical assistance providers, and coaches in the state of California. Individuals outside California and vendors are not eligible for membership.
Registration Process
Visit www.ECEResourcesCA.org
You'll need a grant code to register. If you don't have one:
Email your zip code to Help@ECEResourcesCA.org
Your zip code helps determine your service area
Expect a response within 24 hours during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm PST)
Once you have your grant code, click "Next Step: Begin Registration" on the website
Complete the registration process to create your individual account
No paid subscriptions are available at this time
Important Notes About Membership
All subscriptions are INDIVIDUAL memberships and cannot be shared
Sharing login credentials violates the terms of use
The site owner reserves the right to terminate any subscription that violates these policies
Using the Resources
After registering, you can:
Browse resources by category using the navigation menu
Use the search function to find specific tools
Download and customize materials for your program
Access discounts on various supplies and services
View training videos and professional development resources
Getting Help
If you have questions about ECEResourcesCA or need assistance finding specific resources:
Email: TheTeam@ECEresourcesCA.org
Phone: 415.882.0234
Remember that ECEResourcesCA is continually updated with new resources, so check back regularly for the latest tools and materials to support your child care business.