About

MISSION

The Office of Child Care and Family Resources (OCCFR) strengthens UW–Madison by expanding access to high-quality child care and education programs, providing family support, and administering the Child Care Tuition Assistance Program (CCTAP) for parenting students. By supporting faculty, staff, and students as they balance work, academics, and family life, OCCFR fosters a thriving campus community, enhances productivity, and improves recruitment and retention.

VISION

We envision a campus where all UW families have access to affordable, high-quality child care and parenting support that empowers them to succeed academically and professionally.

Impact

Investing in family support directly contributes UW-Madison’s short- and long-term success by strengthening student persistence and graduation, reducing turnover and hiring costs, and enhancing employee recruitment and retention. These efforts promote financial savings through lower recruitment and hiring expenses, sustained and improved tuition revenue growth, and a stable, high-performing workforce. By strengthening the university’s ability to attract, recruit, and retain top talent and students, OCCFR plays a critical role in UW-Madison’s financial sustainability, institutional excellence, and future growth.

Core Beliefs

COMMITMENT: We believe that a family-friendly campus is essential to the success and well-being of all UW families. By recognizing their unique responsibilities and contributions, we are committed to strong support systems, including access to high-quality, affordable child care and education programs. We strive to foster a welcoming and supportive environment where every family feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive, enabling them to achieve their academic and professional goals.

RESPECT: We believe in a culture of service leadership where gratitude, kindness, and open communication guide our interactions with everyone we serve.

COLLABORATIONS:  We believe that working together with campus and community partners yields the most transformative outcomes for families and children.

FUTURE GENERATIONS: We believe that high-quality child care has a lasting impact, improving the health and educational outcomes of young children and ensuring a brighter future for their families for generations to come.