Ohio Child Care Resource Referral Association

The Ohio Child Care Resource & Referral Association (OCCRRA) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1989, OCCRRA supports a network of seven regional Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies across the state. The organization employs 34 people and generates revenue exceeding $10,000. OCCRRA provides professional development, technical assistance, and various products and services to its member agencies. These resources are designed to enhance the quality of child care and learning environments throughout Ohio. The organization also oversees statewide programs, including the Ohio Professional Registry and T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® OHIO, which offer valuable services to professionals working with young children. OCCRRA actively participates in state-level initiatives aimed at improving policies that affect early care, learning, and afterschool programs and the professionals who work within them. Their commitment to advocating for positive policy changes underscores their dedication to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for early childhood education in Ohio. For more information about OCCRRA and its programs, visit their website at occrra.org.