Empowering Child Care Providers Across Oregon
The Oregon State Office is dedicated to increasing the supply and sustainability of child care businesses by strengthening Certified Family Child Care and Certified Child Care Center programs
FCF also partners with communities, government, and Tribal systems to increase child care supply through local strategies and policy and systems change.
How We Help Businesses
Ready to take your business to the next level? Not sure where to start? First Children’s Finance is here to guide you every step of the way. Whether you're just beginning or looking to strengthen your business, we offer a range of trainings and other resources to help you succeed.
First Children’s Finance Business Leadership Cohorts (BLCs) are designed for child care business owners who want to enhance their business skills and mindset, strengthen day-to-day operations, and build strategies to sustain and grow their programs.
Get support planning day-to-day operations, shaping a strategic future, and understanding your financial position. First Children’s Finance works with you to assess your unique circumstances and navigate key business decisions with confidence.
FCF understands that even the passion and dedication child care providers have aren’t always enough to overcome every financial obstacle. That’s why the FCF Loan Fund — the only Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) in the country dedicated to child care — offers flexible, innovative financing to support child care entrepreneurs as they build and grow their businesses.
We know the challenges—and opportunities—of building child care systems outside urban areas.
Oregon CCR&R Trainings and Resources
Building Business Capacity: Training for CCR&R Staff & Intermediary Professionals
First Children’s Finance-Oregon offers professional development designed specifically for CCR&R staff and other intermediary professionals who coach, advise, and support child care businesses.
These trainings strengthen participants’ knowledge of child care business operations, financial management, sustainability, and other business practices so they can confidently support providers in navigating business challenges and building stronger, more sustainable programs.
Upcoming Trainings
Trainings are available with interpretation in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Simplified Chinese.
To learn more, view dates, and register for upcoming trainings, please select your preferred language below:
Intermediary Training Calendar | July–September 2026
Traducción al español (Spanish)
Dịch thuật tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)
Intermediary Training Calendar | October 2026–June 2027
Traducción al español (Spanish)
Building A Stronger Oregon Survey
Watch our informative webinar to learn more!
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Contact Us About Technical Assistance
Sharing Success
Through strategic partnerships, targeted consulting, and community-focused support, the Oregon State Office is helping strengthen and expand child care across the state.
Helpful Resources to Guide the Way
Public Funding Readiness
We've developed funding program resources packed with tips and tricks to help child care business owners prepare for participation in Oregon’s public funding programs.
CCIF Recipient Resources
Need help navigating the Child Care Infrastructure Fund (CCIF)? Download our guides designed to support CCIF grant recipients through every stage of the process.
Business Sustainability Survey Resources
Our annual business sustainability survey provides a detailed analysis of child care enrollment, staffing, facilities, expenses, sustainability, business practices, and support needs.
Understanding Tax Deductions
These informative webinars help child care business owners understand the importance of potential tax deductions for their businesses.
Meet the Oregon State Team
Theresa Martinez
Oregon Director
Theresa Martinez serves as Oregon Director at First Children's Finance.
ph. (541) 253-4322
Jack Bello
Business Development Specialist
Jack Bello serves as Business Development Specialist at First Children's Finance.
ph. (541) 253-5100
Grace López
Senior Program Specialist - Oregon
Grace López is the Senior Program Specialist for Oregon at First Children's Finance.
ph. (612) 279-6527
Juan Muros
Bilingual (Spanish) Business Development Manager
Juan Muros serves as Bilingual (Spanish) Business Development Manager at First Children's Finance.
ph. (541) 253-2937
Ingrid Perez
Business Development Specialist
Ingrid Perez serves as Business Development Specialist at First Children's Finance.
ph. (541) 253-4438
Kyle Sanchez
Business Development Manager
Kyle Sanchez serves as Business Development Manager at First Children's Finance.
ph. (541) 253-2385
Jeniffer White
Business Development Specialist - Bilingual (Spanish)
Jeniffer White serves as Business Development Specialist - Bilingual (Spanish) at First Children's Finance.
ph. (541) 253-4232