CCC Needs Assessment Survey Results Highlight Successes

In our continued effort to improve programming and measure the impact of current offerings, the 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Corporation (CCC) conducted a comprehensive needs assessment survey last fall. The survey was designed to measure the impact of 1199SEIU Child Care Funds (CCF) programming and gain insight into the scope and diversity of members’ needs and their experiences with the programs. The results culled from 4,359 benefit registrants who participated in the survey will help us identify programming opportunities and areas for future development.

The core mission of the CCF is to provide members peace of mind that their children are cared for and safe. We are happy to report that 90 percent of survey respondents said the CCF programs not only did just that but also helped their children develop social skills, have greater academic motivation and take advantage of opportunities for positive new lie experiences. Other findings:

1. 82 percent of respondents said our current child-care options were very satisfactory or satisfactory.
2. 90 percent of repsondents said their needs were partially or fully met by the programs they used.
3. 86 percent said they would recommend a CCF benefit program to a friend or colleague.

Student Spotlight: Anita Dos Santos

Long interested in serving her community through engagement and organizing, recent CUNY Queens College graduate Anita Dos Santos has hit the ground running, landing a position as a Constituent Services Specialist with Churches United for Fair Housing (CUFFH). As a Latin American Studies major, Anita immersed herself in the history of Latin American culture, and worked on food sustainability and community outreach projects. Anita received support from JTSP for all four years of study, which she said was essential to obtaining her degree. “When you’re unable to work as a full-time student, it gives you flexibility, cushion and time to focus on your studies without having to worry about money,” Anita said.

In her work with CUFFH, Anita provides one-on-one support to the New York City immigrant community by educating them about resources and services available to help improve their housing situation. Her long-term goal is to earn an advanced degree in education and social work. She is inspired to continue working in historically underserved communities and empowering them through education and improved financial literacy. Anita’s father, Admilson, echoed her sentiments about the impact of JTSP for their family. “I’m thankful she was able to have the assistance that allowed her to study and support her education,” he said.

Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program Helps Make Dreams Come True

A college education can be the key to career success, but growing financial costs can make it an expensive and often burdensome venture. The Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program (JTSP), funded by the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund and administered by the 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, works to ease the financial pressure on 1199SEIU members who want to send their children to college. Financial awards vary based on need, and can help students with tuition, books and other expenses that can arise when pursuing a college degree. More than 8,000 students have been assisted by JTSP, and have graduated from programs at Cornell University, Howard University, SUNY Binghamton and Columbia University.