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Webinar: County Wage Boost Pilot Playbook

An on-demand webinar showing how counties can design, fund, and measure local wage boost pilots to strengthen the child care workforce and support economic participation.

Organizations: AidKit, King County Washington, Uncommon Bridges, Urban Institute, Imagine Institute

Authors: Julia Ford, Kalayaan Domingo, Cassie Manning, Justin Doromal, Miriam Acosta, Ishmael Nuñez

Published Year: 2025

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This session explains why child care workforce shortages harm families and local economies, and highlights the structure, financing options, and partnership models for wage boost pilots that can improve retention and stability.

It features a case study from King County’s wage boost pilot, early outcomes for worker support, and actionable strategies counties can adapt in their own contexts. Attendees also learn how to define success and measure impacts on workers, children, and communities.