Publications

ExCEL NC’s mission, vision, and guiding principles are informed by the latest nonpartisan and leading-edge research and data.

Building Blocks and Bottom Lines: The Financial Realities of Operating a Child Care Business in North Carolina

The insights in this report aim to inform policymakers, finders, and community stakeholders as they consider what it truly takes to sustain a high-quality child care system in North Carolina.

Reports

August, 2025

Empowering Work: How Increasing Employment Among Parents of Young Children Can Grow North Carolina’s Economy

Thousands of parents of young children in North Carolina are on the sidelines of our workforce, limiting economic opportunity for their families and holding our economy back.

Reports

October, 2024

Untapped Potential in NC: How Child Care Impacts North Carolina’s Workforce Productivity and the State’s Economy

Child care breakdowns are costing North Carolina $5.65 billion in lost economic activity each year.

Reports

August, 2024

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