Capital Expansion Project
After nearly 8 years of serving our community in two different locations, Garner Community Christian Child Care is embarking upon an ambitious capital expansion project to help meet the growing demand for local child-care services.
Vision
Today, 75% of the families who need child care in Hancock County are not able to access it, according to data from Iowa Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R). We're doing our part to close this gap and help more families find high-quality care.
Our vision is to construct a state-of-the-art new 9,000 sq. ft. facility that will enable us to increase our capacity by nearly 3X and serve 10% of all children in Hancock County. By the time the expansion is fully complete in 2029, GC4 will become the largest child-care provider in the County, serving more than 100 children and their families.
Fundraising Goal: $3.9M
GC4 is seeking to raise $3.9M to support construction of the new Center, which will be conveniently located at the corner of West Lyons and Division Streets – just blocks away from both the elementary and high school campuses in downtown Garner. The new facility will include basic necessities such as on-site laundry service, dedicated infant changing rooms, age-appropriate play areas, and additional square footage to meet and exceed Iowa State quality guidelines and requirements.
Tour the New GC4!
Take a virtual tour of our new facility with this flyover video prepared by our architecture team. You'll see an artist rendering of the GC4 site, including the building exterior, interior, and surrounding areas. We can't wait to start construction in 2025, but we need your help to turn our dream into reality! Please consider a donation to GC4; together, we can create a brighter future for kids.
Community Sponsorship Opportunities
It takes a village to create a priceless community asset. To support the GC4 transformation, we are seeking community contributions. Philanthropic donations will go toward supporting architecture fees, furnishings, playground equipment, recruitment, and more.
Corporations, small businesses, foundations, and families are invited to participate in this exciting community project with unique benefits:
- Exclusive naming opportunities
- Prominent, enduring, and high-value brand recognition
- Direct local economic investment (10 new jobs, 70+ childcare seats)
- Well-regarded, fully audited non-profit 501(c)3
- 100% tax deductible donation
Sponsorship Levels
Opportunities are available at every giving level, from commemorative benches for $10,000 sponsors to named classrooms and playgrounds for parties contributing more than $50,000. Complete the form below to speak to a representative about making a contribution. We also welcome volunteers and non-monetary donations. Please contact us to find out other ways to support GC4.
Visionary
- Large playground naming rights (1) with prominent signage
- Inclusion on commissioned artist cartoon community map
- Press release announcing sponsorship
- Inclusion on sponsor wall
- Recognition on GC4 website
Champion
- Naming rights (small playground, or 1 of 5 main classrooms (6 total)) with prominent signage
- Inclusion on commissioned artist cartoon community map
- Press release announcing sponsorship
- Inclusion on sponsor wall
- Recognition on GC4 website
Advocate
- Naming rights (kitchen, 1 of 2 classrooms, or staff room (4 total)) with prominent signage
- Inclusion on commissioned artist cartoon community map
- Press release announcing sponsorship
- Inclusion on sponsor wall
- Recognition on GC4 website
Patron
- Dedicated outdoor bench
- Inclusion on commissioned artist cartoon community map
- Inclusion on sponsor wall
- Recognition on GC4 website
Partner
- Inclusion on commissioned artist cartoon community map
- Inclusion on sponsor wall
- Recognition on GC4 website
Supporter
- Inclusion on sponsor wall
- Recognition on GC4 website
Friend
- Recognition on GC4 website
Downloadable Materials
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Project Timeline
Our goal is to begin construction in Summer 2025 and start serving children in the new facility by March 2026. Over 3 years, we will steadily hire new staff members and grow membership to achieve maximum enrollment by 2028. Please see the estimated timeline below – all dates are subject to change due to construction or other unforeseen delays.
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Fundraising kickoff for GC4 Capital Expansion Project - $3.9M goal
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Construction begins at the new site at the corner of West Lyons and Division Streets
School and playground construction completed; furnishings and educational materials delivered
GC4 opens to the public in the new facility, steadily growing staff and students over time
Capacity increases enable GC4 to serve 100+ students and their families in the new facility
Make a Donation
Please note: We accept donations of up to $1,000 through our website. To make a donation of a larger amount, to pay using means other than a credit card, or to volunteer your time or talents, please complete the form below with a note, and a member of our team will be in touch. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you!
