Provider's Network Inc
About Provider's Network Inc
Provider’s Network has been serving Nebraska’s daycare community since 1993, with a focus on the people who feed and care for children every day. It sponsors the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program for licensed and legally exempt providers, then backs that up with one-on-one training, nutrition workshops, menu planning help, recordkeeping support, and Spanish translation. For donors, the appeal is pretty clear, when providers have the tools to serve nutritious meals and stay in compliance, children in their care benefit too.
What sets Provider’s Network apart is how practical the support is. It doesn’t stop at reimbursement, it gives providers direct help with the day-to-day work of keeping meals on track, records in order, and information accessible in both English and Spanish.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program sponsorship
Sponsors the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program for licensed and legally exempt childcare providers and reimburses them monthly for meals and snacks served to children in care.
One-on-one Program Advisor training
Provides one-on-one training with a Provider's Network Program Advisor for participating members.
Nutrition classes and workshops
Offers nutrition classes and workshops throughout Nebraska, including annual training and customized workshops or breakout sessions for childcare conferences and retreats.
Menu planning and recordkeeping assistance
Helps providers with menu planning and recordkeeping so they can stay in compliance and receive the program benefits.
Monthly newsletters
Sends electronic monthly newsletters with program reminders and current information.
Online claiming and direct deposit
Offers online claiming for recordkeeping and reports, along with direct deposit for monthly reimbursement.
Spanish translation support
Provides Spanish translation support for providers.
Referral Rewards Program
Offers an eligible $50 Visa Gift Card to participating providers who refer a new provider who submits their first two claims.
Training and small event space
Provides a training and small event space for classes, meetings, and small gatherings.
Nutrition and safety classes
Offers nutrition classes, Pediatric CPR/FA, and Safe with You to in-home providers and center staff, including those who do not participate with Provider's Network.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
To nurture Nebraska children by helping licensed and legally exempt childcare professionals provide excellent nutrition, a safe environment, and high-quality care in their communities.
Who they serve
Licensed and legally exempt childcare providers in Nebraska, including English- and Spanish-speaking providers.
How your donation helps
- To reach more people in rural Nebraska with nutrition training and support.
Our story
Provider’s Network has been part of Nebraska’s daycare community since 1993. It was founded to serve a growing group of English- and non-English-speaking members of the community and to offer guidance to those pursuing quality in-home childcare, with the same purpose it holds now, nurturing Nebraska children.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Provider's Network Inc’s services.
Licensed or legally exempt childcare providers in Nebraska can call 402-464-4335 to get started. Providers log their information into the software system each day, submit a monthly claim, and receive direct deposit reimbursement each month.
Stories
The people behind the work.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Provider's Network Inc has shared.
Volunteer opportunities
- Volunteer
- Apply for a position on the Board of Directors
In the news
Articles featuring Provider's Network Inc from the Love What You Fund newsroom.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
What areas in Nebraska do you serve?
Provider’s Network serves licensed or legally exempt providers across Nebraska.
How are providers reimbursed and when?
Providers enter their information into the software system each day, submit their claim at the end of the month, and receive reimbursement by direct deposit each month.
What classes does Provider's Network offer?
Provider’s Network offers nutrition classes, Pediatric CPR/FA, and Safe with You to in-home providers and center staff, including those who do not participate with Provider’s Network.
What support do members receive?
Members get one-on-one training, ongoing training materials, monthly newsletters, help with menu planning and recordkeeping, online claiming, direct deposit, and Spanish translation.
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