CHILD CARE PROVIDER RESOURCES
SUPPORT FOR
CHILD CARE
PROVIDERS
Together, we are building a stronger foundation for early learning in our community.
CREATING BRIGHTER FUTURES, TOGETHER
At Greater Gallatin United Way, we are committed to supporting child care providers with essential resources to ensure a safe, nurturing, and professional environment for children. Below, you’ll find everything you need to stay informed and prepared as a child care professional.
FREE CHILD CARE PLATFORM
We’ve partnered with Kinside, a technology platform that connects families with licensed child care openings in real time — and we’re making it free for families and providers across Gallatin, Park, Meagher, and Madison counties.
BE WHERE FAMILIES ARE SEARCHING FOR CARE
Your Kinside profile makes it easy for families to find, tour, and enroll in your program—all online, anytime.
- Share real-time availability and program info
- Let families book tours 24/7
- Increase your visibility through GGUW’s Child Connect network
SAVE TIME EVERY WEEK
Providers using Kinside report saving up to 3 hours a week on admin tasks. Let the platform handle:
- Waitlists and tour scheduling
- Enrollment packets and registration
- Payment collection and reminders
SIMPLIFY ENROLLMENT + PAYMENTS
Put your admin on autopilot. Kinside makes it easier to manage tuition, paperwork, and communication with families — all in one place.
Send and receive enrollment packets digitally
Collect tuition, deposits, and fees with automated reminders
Reduce friction and support your financial stability
"Kinside has streamlined our enrollment process by providing a clear and consistent way to invite families to join our waitlist, schedule tours, and communicate with our director. Previously, we were inundated with phone calls and emails and now Kinside keeps all that info in one place and it’s easy to track. Will has been an asset to helping us customize our application questions and we are so thankful!"
Provider Connection: Community Led Solutions
Building stronger connections, sharing challenges, and creating local solutions together.
Join us for Provider Connection: Community Led Solutions—a new networking and training opportunity created specifically for child care providers in our community.
These interactive gatherings are designed to:
- Connect providers and build stronger relationships
- Share ideas, challenges, and best practices
- Develop collaborative solutions that strengthen our local child care network
Sessions include a meal and are approved for training credit. Attend one, two, or all three—whatever fits your schedule!
fingerprinting service
Early childhood professionals are required to complete a background check before working with children. This ensures transparency and helps maintain a secure environment for children in care.
Fingerprinting is available at the GGUW office by appointment only. Walk-ins are not accommodated.
*If you are unable to make your appointment please call 406-587-2194 to cancel or reschedule.
SCHEDULING
Monday-Friday with appointments available throughout the day.
By appointment only.
WHAT TO BRING
Valid government-issued ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.). If under 18, a completed consent form.
FEE
The Early Childhood Services Bureau (ECSB) is currently covering the $30 fee for child care staff, volunteers, and household members.
Fingerprinting services will also be available at the Child Care Licensing Office in Helena. Fingerprinting will be done by appointment only. No walk ins.
To schedule fingerprints, please call Alex at 406-444-1828.
OTHER RESOURCES
support services
Child Care Resources
Child Care Resources processes all child care program updates. To update your vacancies, rates, general information, and to sign up for the referral program, visit here. CCR also provides resources for training, continued education, and supports new providers.
Butte 4-C’s Services
Butt 4-C’s offers
- Professional Development (training)
- First Aid/CPR
- Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
- CDA Training and Observations
- Fingerprinting
SPARK Learning Lab
Raise Montana
Raise Montana provides emergency preparedness resources, training, connects providers to Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation and, supports organizations with trauma informed care and policies.
Zero to Five Montana
Zero to Five Montana provides business supports, education, and tools, and a team of experts to help child care providers run a successful early childhood business.
Montana Early Childhood Project
Montana Early Childhood Project manages Montana’s early childhood practitioner registry. Track your professional development, access your learning records, and find & register for qualified trainings.
Child Care Training
Child Care Training provides required training and continuing education for early childhood professionals in Montana.
Child Care Licensing
Child Care Licensing monitors the safety and wellbeing of children in early childhood settings. To report a concern to licensing, individuals may file a complaint here.
To report a possible case of child abuse or neglect, call toll free 866-820-5437.
Child Care Share
PROGRAM UPDATES
Child Care Resources processes all program updates. To update your vacancies, rates, general information, and to sign up for the referral program, visit here.
CPR TRAINING
BOZEMAN AREA
Jolt CPR
(406) 201-1315, Fee: $115
Gallatin Valley YMCA
(406) 624-0448, Fee: $70 fee for members; $100 fee for non-members
Bighorn Fire Academy
Contact Judy Story at (406) 581-0412
Fee: $80
HELENA AREA
Helena YMCA
Call for details (406) 442-9622
Helena Area
St. Peter’s Health
(406) 444-2375
Fee: $60
Park County Detention Center (406) 222-4100
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2PM to 4PM (call ahead)
Fee: $15
Meagher Sheriff’s Office
Call ahead (406) 547-3397
Fee: Unknown
MSU University Police
Call ahead (406) 994-2121
Fee: $15.00
Gallatin County Detention Center
Schedule now
Fee: $15.54
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