It’s our 45th anniversary! 45 years of community service and support: 1981-2026

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Your feedback is important- Substitute Pool Survey

Your feedback is important. We need to understand the obstacles you face each day so we can allocate resources to support you.  At Brightside Up, we’re examining whether child care providers in the Capital Region might benefit from establishing a substitute pool. If your program experiences staff absences, staffing ratios, or closures due to a…

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The Gift that Keeps On Giving- Holiday Bags for Sacred Heart Church Pantry

After donating 100 turkeys this year, we were thrilled to discover that we had additional funds available, allowing us to extend our support even further. With the remaining money, we assembled holiday bags filled with thoughtful seasonal items to help brighten families’ celebrations. This small but meaningful addition ensured that our impact went beyond the…

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Annual BSU Door Decorating Contest

Each year, our Annual Door Decorating Contest brings creativity, joy, and a sense of community for all BSU staff—and this year’s Children’s Movie theme was nothing short of magical. Doors were transformed into scenes inspired by beloved classics like Home Alone, The Polar Express, The Year Without Santa Claus, The Grinch, and many more. Every…

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Empire State Family Child Care Collaborative’s First Holiday Party!

Our Empire State Family Child Care Collaborative Holiday Party was a joyful and successful celebration! Providers came together for an evening filled with meaningful networking, festive creativity, and delicious seasonal treats. From inspiring conversations to fun, hands-on activities, the night was a wonderful opportunity to connect, unwind, and celebrate the hard work and dedication of…

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