This year marks our 50th anniversary, and we are excited to celebrate all that CCSA has accomplished in partnership with employees, families, child care educators, community partners, and friends. CCSA started as two independent organizations in 1974, to meet community child care needs. Today, we’re a leader and advocate in child care services on the local, state and national level.
We invite you to be part of a robust year-long celebration that will engage thousands of individuals in the community from our past, present, and future – children and families, child care educators, former staff, and community partners – through special events, programs, and public acts of good.
Our History
Throughout the year, we’ll add to our timeline and celebrate the core of our work—reflecting on our past milestones, people and moments that have brought us to our 50th anniversary, as we continue to look forward to growth over the next 50 years.
CCSA’s 50th Anniversary Gala Recap
On Saturday, May 18, Child Care Services Association (CCSA) hosted a 50th Anniversary Gala to celebrate 50 years of transformative work and impact in the early care and education field. This celebration honored our past as we are forging our future, which includes a new name and logo for our organization, revealed by our president, Dr. Kristi Snuggs, at the Gala!
To celebrate our 50 years, we have launched a fundraising campaign to raise $50,000 in our 50th year and welcome donors to help us sustain our vital work!
Event Sponsors
Meet Kimberly Bynum
Welcome to our Employee Spotlight series, where we highlight the exceptional individuals driving the success of Child Care Services Association (CCSA). Today, we’re excited to introduce Kimberly Bynum, Program Manager for T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® NC Scholarship Program. Join us as we explore Kimberly’s journey with CCSA, uncover her evolving perspective on our organization, and celebrate the significant contributions she has made over the years.
Perspective | For All the Children
The following is an excerpt of a speech, as well as an original poem, presented by North Carolina Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green at Child Care Services Association’s 50th anniversary celebration on May 18, 2024.
Local Child Care Centers Donate Art for CCSA’s 50th Anniversary Gala
On Saturday, May 18, 2024, Child Care Services Association (CCSA) will be hosting our 50th anniversary gala at Cloth Mill at Eno River in Hillsborough, NC. We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate all that CCSA has accomplished in partnership