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EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 31 MIN

339: The Most Innovative Childcare Funding Strategy You Haven’t Heard About Yet With Barbara Tedrow

from ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie · host Carrie Casey and Kate Woodward Young

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Childcare Conversations, you'll meet Barbara Tedrow from New Mexico, a childcare owner turned powerhouse advocate. Barbara shares how New Mexico built a truly universal childcare system, funded by an oil and gas trust fund that has grown to a whopping $11 billion! She also breaks down how the state created its own Early Childhood Department at the cabinet level, giving childcare a real seat at the table. Plus, she shares some genuinely sweet staff appreciation ideas. This one is packed with inspiration, listen now!Thanks for Listening 🎧Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals!Join our Podcast Newsletter!Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more.Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!

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