Quality Care for Children and Families

Child Action is a nonprofit dedicated to providing Sacramento County families and child care providers with the resources, tools, and services they need to ensure children are cared for and thrive—because quality child care impacts everything.

Ready to find affordable, quality child care?

You’ve come to the right place. Child Action offers financial assistance to eligible Sacramento County families. Answer a few quick questions to see what options are available for your family. 

Check Your Eligibility

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Read Across America

Celebrate Read Across America with engaging read-alouds, hands-on literacy activities, and a discussion on why early reading matters. FFNs receive a free children’s book and tote bag (while supplies last).

Quick Resources

Access the tools families and child care providers use most. Log into your portal, apply for subsidized child care, explore ways to support our mission, or browse helpful materials in our Resource Lending Library.

Upcoming Events

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Creating an Exceptional Referral Profile for your Childcare Program

ایجاد یک پروفایل ارجاع استثنایی برای برنامه مراقبت از کودک شما Creating an Exceptional Referral Profile for your Childcare Program (Farsi)

Our Impact

We’re building a future where all families can access affordable, quality child care.

19,984

Children receiving affordable, quality child care that helps them thrive

10,370

Families receiving financial assistance, resources, and referrals to strengthen family stability

4,501

Providers supported, improving quality through training, coaching, and business support

Support Access to Child Care

When families have access to affordable, quality child care, our whole community benefits. Parents can work and support their households with peace of mind, knowing their children are safe and learning. Children develop the skills and confidence they need for school and life, while families gain stability and well-being. Together, this strengthens our workforce, drives economic growth, and builds a stronger future for everyone.

Quality child care isn’t a luxury – every child deserves to reach their potential

34,855 Children, families, and providers supported

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