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SUMMARY:Community Child Care Forum at Cumberland Public Library
DESCRIPTION:What Is Family Child Care\, and Why Does Every Community Need It?\nThinking about starting your own child care business? You don’t have to do it alone. \nWhether you’re exploring a new career\, looking to open a family child care business\, or you’re already a provider hoping to grow\, this free community forum is designed to help you take the next step. \nJoin SOAR’s EKY Runway Program and our regional partners for an evening of practical information\, expert guidance\, and resources that can help bring quality child care to more Eastern Kentucky communities. \nDate: Monday\, July 27Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation:Cumberland Public Library310 W Main StreetCumberland\, KY \nCost: Free \nRegister Today \nWhy Attend?\nAcross Eastern Kentucky\, access to affordable\, quality child care remains one of the biggest barriers facing working families and employers. Family child care providers play a vital role in strengthening local communities by expanding care options while creating meaningful small business opportunities. \nIf you’ve ever considered opening your own child care business or expanding your existing program\, this forum will connect you with the people and resources that can help make it happen. \nYou’ll hear directly from organizations that support child care providers every step of the way\, from licensing and startup guidance to business coaching and ongoing technical assistance. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis event is designed for individuals who are: \n\nInterested in launching a Type I Licensed Child Care Facility\nInterested in becoming a Certified Family Child Care or Type II Licensed Family Child Care provider\nPreparing to become licensed\nCurrent child care providers looking to expand or strengthen their business\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nDuring this interactive forum\, you’ll discover: \n\nThe first steps to opening your own child care program\nLicensing requirements and available resources\nBusiness coaching and startup support through SOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator (SEA)\nTechnical assistance available through the Kentucky Association for Economic and Community Development (KAECD) and Child Care Aware of Kentucky\nHow regional organizations work together to help child care providers succeed\n\nMeet the Organizations Supporting You\nThis forum is presented through a partnership between organizations committed to expanding child care opportunities across Eastern Kentucky. \nPresenting Partners include: \n\nKentucky Association for Economic and Community Development (KAECD)\nAppalachian Sustainable Development (ASDN)\nSOAR’s EKY Runway Program\n\nTogether\, these partners provide education\, coaching\, technical assistance\, and ongoing support to help providers build sustainable child care businesses. \nHelp Build Stronger Communities\nQuality child care creates opportunities for children\, families\, employers\, and entire communities. \nWhether you’re ready to launch your business or simply want to learn what’s possible\, this free event is a great place to begin. \nReserve your seat today and take the first step toward becoming part of Eastern Kentucky’s growing child care workforce.
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/community-child-care-forum-at-cumberland-public-library/
LOCATION:Cumberland Public Library\, 310 W Main St\, Cumberland\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childcare Support,SOAR Innovation,Social Enterprise Accelerator,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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SUMMARY:The 2026 Social Enterprise Accelerator Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: Tuesday\, July 28\, 2026\n🕒 Time: 11 AM – 2 PM\n📍 Location: HCTC\, First Federal Building\, Hazard\, KY \nJoin us for a celebration of innovation and impact at the EKY Runway Program’s 2026 Social Enterprise Accelerator Demo Day. \nThis special event highlights the graduating 2026 SEA Fellows and showcases the work of entrepreneurs developing solutions to Eastern Kentucky’s most pressing workforce challenges\, including childcare\, housing\, transportation\, workforce development\, and other barriers to economic growth. \nDuring the event\, attendees will: \n\nWatch each graduate share their business ideas and plans to grow and expand in their community\nNetwork with community leaders\, lenders\, SOAR mentors\, and entrepreneurial support organizations\nLearn how the Social Enterprise Accelerator supports business growth\, job creation\, and community impact\nCelebrate the next generation of Eastern Kentucky innovators building a stronger regional economy\n\nThe event will also feature a panel of community leaders discussing solutions to Eastern Kentucky’s most pressing barriers\, including childcare\, housing\, transportation\, and workforce development. \nLunch will be provided\, so please RSVP and include any dietary restrictions. \nWho Should Attend\n\nBusiness owners interested in social enterprise and regional impact\nAnyone interested in starting or growing a mission-driven business\nSOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator Alumni\nLocal lenders and investors\nCommunity and business leaders\nEntrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs)\nCommunity members supporting local growth and development\n\nSeats are limited. RSVP today to secure your spot. \n👉 Register Now
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/the-2026-social-enterprise-accelerator-demo-day/
CATEGORIES:EKY Runway Program,SOAR Innovation,Social Enterprise Accelerator,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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SUMMARY:Community Child Care Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:What Is Family Child Care\, and Why Does Every Community Need It?\nExplore how you can start or grow a child care business from anywhere in Eastern Kentucky. \nInterested in opening a family child care business but can’t attend an in-person event? Join SOAR’s EKY Runway Program\, The Social Enterprise Accelerator\, and our regional partner Appalachian Early Childhood Network\, for an afternoon of practical information\, expert guidance\, and resources that can help bring quality child care to more Eastern Kentucky communities. \nWhether you’re just beginning to explore the idea or you’re already providing care and looking to expand\, this online session will connect you with experts who can answer your questions and help you take the next step. \nDate: Wednesday\, July 29\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (ET)\nLocation: Online via Zoom\nCost: Free (Registration Required) \nRegister Today \nWhy Attend?\nQuality child care is one of the greatest needs across Eastern Kentucky\, creating opportunities for both families and entrepreneurs. \nThis virtual information session is designed to help you understand how becoming a family child care provider can make a difference in your community while creating a rewarding business of your own. \nYou’ll hear directly from organizations that provide licensing guidance\, business coaching\, startup resources\, and ongoing technical assistance to help providers succeed. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is perfect for individuals who are: \n\nInterested in launching a Type I Licensed Child Care Facility\nInterested in becoming a Certified Family Child Care or Type II Licensed Family Child Care provider\nPreparing to become licensed\nCurrent child care providers looking to expand or strengthen their business\nUnable to attend the in-person Community Child Care Forum\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nDuring this one-hour virtual session\, you’ll learn about: \n\nThe steps to becoming a licensed child care provider\nDifferent family child care licensing options\nBusiness coaching and startup support through SOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator (SEA)\nResources available through Child Care Aware of Kentucky and the Kentucky Association for Economic and Community Development (KAECD)\nTechnical assistance and ongoing support available to child care providers\nHow to begin building a successful child care business in your community\n\nThere will also be time for questions and answers with program representatives. \nMeet the Organizations Supporting You\nThis virtual information session is presented through a partnership of organizations committed to expanding child care access throughout Eastern Kentucky. \nPresenting Partners include: \n\nKentucky Association for Economic and Community Development (KAECD)\nAppalachian Sustainable Development (ASDN)\nSOAR’s EKY Runway Program\n\nTogether\, these organizations provide education\, coaching\, technical assistance\, and business support to help new and existing child care providers succeed. \nJoin From Anywhere\nIf you’ve been thinking about starting a child care business but weren’t sure where to begin\, this virtual session is an easy first step. \nJoin us from wherever you are in Eastern Kentucky\, ask your questions\, learn about available resources\, and discover how you can help strengthen your community through quality child care. \nOnce you register\, you’ll receive a Zoom link and additional details before the event. \nReserve Your Spot Today
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/community-child-care-forum-at-harlan-public-library/
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