Empowering
Child Care Providers
CRECER stands for Capacity Resources for Enhancing Care, Excellence, and Resilience and means “to grow” in Spanish. We support New Mexico’s childcare providers and families by building and strengthening business capacity, increasing access to capital, and helping providers navigate the early childhood resources and programs that are available.
CRECER
The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (NM ECECD) and WESST are partnering together to help child care providers navigate access and eligibility for the Child Care Facility Loan Fund. Alternative financing options available to providers ready to make significant investments in their businesses and communities.
CRECER supports child care businesses with the tools to succeed.
Loans
Access funding to start, grow, or strengthen your child care business.
Coaching
Get practical guidance to help you grow with confidence.
Trainings & Webinars
Learn practical skills to improve your business and care.
Easy-to-Use Tools and Forms
Simplify your work with ready-to-use resources.
Connection to Resources
Get connected to programs and support across New Mexico.
2025 IMPACT
25
25
25
48
Providers Graduated from THE Accelerator
% Increased
Their Revenue
% Caring for
More Children
% Reported Improved Quality
of Care
25
% New
Providers
25
35
25
% Already Licensed or Registered Providers
% Spanish
Speakers
% English
Speakers