Business Champions for Kids

30/04/2026

Congrats to UHI/ Umpqua Homes, Inc. on earning the Douglas County Best Place for Working Parents® designation! We’re grateful for their positive workplace culture and the meaningful ways they support working parents and empower those with differing abilities in our community.

Want to know if your workplace qualifies? Visit: https://biz4kids.org/participating-workplaces/

Today’s workers have more options for where and when they will work, and these two factors together create a challenging landscape for employers. Low unemployment creates a competitive environment, making it difficult to recruit and retain talent. Seeking a recognized family friendly designation i...

27/04/2026

Congratulations to Phoenix School of Roseburg - Early Learning Center on earning the Best Place for Working Parents® designation!

We love seeing employers invest in their people and we’re especially excited about their plans to expand childcare options for Douglas County. Thank you for all you do to support your employees, families, and our broader community. 💙

Want to know if your organization qualifies? Visit https://biz4kids.org/participating-workplaces/

Today’s workers have more options for where and when they will work, and these two factors together create a challenging landscape for employers. Low unemployment creates a competitive environment, making it difficult to recruit and retain talent. Seeking a recognized family friendly designation i...

10/04/2026

Congratulations to Lakeview businesses Downtown Cafe and Bakery Lakeview Marial Arts Academy, KORV 93.5 and Tall Town Teriyaki for being Biz4Kids Advocates this year.

From helping with food costs for parenting events, loaning equipment, space, or providing advertising, we value each of your commitments to helping families thrive in Lakeview.

Congratulation to all!
Lake County Take Root Parenting Connection

10/04/2026

A few Douglas County organizations received state grants in the third round of the Child Care Infrastructure Program grants from Business Oregon, the Department of Early Learning and Care and

31/03/2026

Check out this recent article about the importance of Employment Related Day Care to Douglas County families, providers, employers and our future

Quality childcare matters for families, for kids, and for our community. But finding affordable, reliable care can be hard. When families have access to great childcare, children thrive, parents can work, and local businesses grow.

18/03/2026

Join us in celebrating our Douglas County 2025 Best Place for Working Parents and Biz4Kids Advocates! These outstanding organizations are leading the way in supporting children, families, and a stronger community. Thank you for your commitment to making our region a place where families and businesses can thrive.

Want to see your organization on the list? Visit to learn more: https://biz4kids.org/employers/

04/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Umpqua Community College on earning the Best Place for Working Parents designation! 🎉

Thank you for all you do to help our community shine and for supporting your greatest resource, your employees. Your commitment to family-friendly workplaces strengthens not only your team, but all of Douglas County. 💚

Learn more at Biz4Kids.org/employers. 👏✨

Today’s workers have more options for where and when they will work, and these two factors together create a challenging landscape for employers. Low unemployment creates a competitive environment, making it difficult to recruit and retain talent. Seeking a recognized family friendly designation i...

26/02/2026

Congratulations to Klamath Community College (KCC) for earning the Biz4Kids Advocate Designation! This recognition is available to organizations who invest in early childhood and families. KCC provides Klamath County Take Root Parenting Connection with facilities to host Parent Education workshops and childcare.

Thanks for supporting Klamath County as a great place to live and raise a family.

17/02/2026

Passing on important information for our Douglas Co. Childcare providers

The Douglas County Childcare Coalition, co-led by Care Connections & Education and Business Champions for Kids, is here to provide extra support for those who work in childcare and those starting or growing a childcare business.

09/02/2026

Thank you Aviva Health for being a valued and engaged partner in this work!

17/12/2025

Robin VanWinkle and Cherry Camonayan of the Douglas Education Service District talk about the Douglas County Childcare Coalition, Care Connections and Education, and other issues involved in having quality childcare in Douglas County.