Bread and Roses Child Care Center

Bread and Roses is hiring! If you know someone who would be a good fit, send them the job postings in the comments!

Hello Bread and Roses community! Our board is conducting an "Appreciative Inquiry" review to help us stay focused, prioritize, and set goals. We would really appreciate if you could complete the following form to share your thoughts:

https://forms.gle/Q3spxpx8iY4V7MN79

Thank you!

Appreciative Inquiry for Bread and Roses Bread and Roses Alternative Child Care Center is looking for community feedback! Our organization is in its 48th year of being a part of the early childhood education community of Kalamazoo, and we want to continue our impact in this world with our school. Our philosophy is rooted in equitable and i...

Wow, another snow day! Have fun!

Bread and Roses will be closed today 1/22 and tomorrow 1/23 due to the inclement weather! Please stay warm!

Looks like KPS has closed again tomorrow (1/20) so Bread and Roses will also be closed. Take care, families!

Snow Day tomorrow (1/19)! Stay warm!

Who are we? :)

It takes a special kind of person to nurture little minds every day, and the teaching team at Bread and Roses consistently goes above and beyond. From the moment you walk through the door, the warmth and genuine care they have for every single child is obvious.

It's more than just teaching kindergarten readiness; it’s about creating a safe, loving, and inspiring environment where kids can thrive, explore, and truly be themselves. If your child attends or has attended Bread and Roses, feel free to share your favorite memory in the comments below!

Your support means so much to us and will help us to reach our goals!
- Long awaited roof replacement
- Plumbing in the bathrooms and kitchen
- Mud clothes for all-weather play outside!
- Installation of a washer/dryer
- General Building Maintenance
- Establishment of an endowment fund to ensure ongoing sustainability

There are many ways you can support Bread and Roses! You can send a tax deductible gift through Paypal ([email protected]) or mail a check to 915 Sunnock Ave Kalamazoo MI 49001. Or you can use the donate button on this post!

We also appreciate non-financial support:
- Recommend B&R to friends and family
- Donate supplies such as toys, books, and art supplies
- Donate paper goods like paper towels, kleenex, and toilet paper
- Help with our social media reach by liking, commenting, and sharing our posts
- Leave us a review/testimonial on Google

For 47 years, Bread and Roses has provided a nurturing, inclusive childcare environment that honors each child's individuality. Grounded in trust, respect, and creativity, we value family life, diversity, problem-solving, and children's right to make choices. We also honor our teachers as essential partners in education. These values and our commitment to well-rounded learning have built our strong community reputation and sustained our growth for over four decades.

Your support to continue this vital work in more important than ever. Like many nonprofits, rising costs and funding uncertainties impact our ability to operate. Bread and Roses relies on the generosity of our community to keep our doors open and provide Kalamazoo's children a safe, affirming space to learn and grow.

Will you consider making a meaningful gift to Bread and Roses this year?

Our policy is to follow KPS for snow closings. Therefore Bread and Roses is also closed today! Stay safe, stay warm!

Due to the weather, Kalamazoo Public Schools is closed today, Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. Please stay safe and warm.

* 12-month employees should please report.