Aug 21, 2025
Child Care Struggles Cost South Carolina Nearly $1 Billion Annually
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A new report reveals child care shortages and high costs force many SC parents to miss work or quit jobs, contributing nearly $1 billion/year in lost productivity — severely impacting businesses and state tax revenue.
Aug 21, 2025
“Untapped Potential in SC” Report Links Child Care Gaps to Economic Loss
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The report, conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation with the SC Chamber of Commerce and Department of Social Services, estimates child care failures cost South Carolina nearly $1B yearly.
Aug 21, 2025
SC Chamber Study: “Untapped Potential” Report Reveals $1B Loss
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An in-depth news report details the “Untapped Potential in South Carolina” study by the SC Chamber, U.S. Chamber Foundation, and DSS — finding nearly $1B lost annually from unaffordable child care, hurting productivity and tax revenue.
Aug 27, 2024
Childcare shortage pushes parents to less traditional care options
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Families across the Midlands are grappling with a growing crisis: access to affordable or available childcare. As inflation continues to burden families, so does the cost of daycare. Now parents in the state are starting to find themselves stuck in tough situations.
Aug 15, 2024
Upstate child care providers work to meet growing demand
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Child care slots are in short supply in the Upstate, leaving many families stuck on waiting lists for months on end and local providers exploring ways to meet the growing demand.
Aug 3, 2024
Child care cost assistance offered for SC military families
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A new program established by the U.S. Department of Defense to assist military families in locating affordable, accessible child care is now available in South Carolina.