We’re Ready

to help all of Alaska’s families, early childhood education programs & educators, and communities
weather the storm during the COVID-19 crisis

01 - COVID-19 Resource Center
01 - COVID-19 Resource Center

COVID-19 Resource Center

Learn more about statewide COVID relief funding and resources

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02 - Early Educators
02 - Early Educators

Early Educators

Advance your training in the early care and education industry, or find a job at thread or in the field

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03 - Families
03 - Families

Families

Connect with quality early care and education, including child care assistance

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Child Care Search

Start here to search for licensed child care in Alaska that is safe, healthy, and playful. If a program is temporarily closed due to COVID-19, it will not be listed in your search until further notice. For more information, please call thread at 800.278.3723. 

We’re Hiring

There are many reasons to join thread — advance early education in Alaska, family friendly environment, competitive benefits and more! Check out our jobs today!


Nominations are Open for the 2023 Cindy Harrington Heart & Mind Award

March 01, 2023

Do you know a professional who is making a difference in early childhood education? Celebrate their excellence by nominating them ...Read More

thread Endorses Proposition 14 “Care for Kids” in Anchorage

March 13, 2023

March 10, 2023 — thread announced its official endorsement of Proposition 14 (Prop 14) the “Care for Kids” initiative in ...Read More

thread Partners with State of Alaska Child Care Program Office to Offer Two New Grants

March 21, 2023

thread, in partnership with the State of Alaska Child Care Program Office (CCPO), is excited to call for proposals for ...Read More

Early Care & Education Systems and Support

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