New Childhood Education Center Opens in Putney

The Pumpkin Patch opened its doors on September 1 2023. Founder Katy Eamond developed the center to alleviate the state’s childcare crisis.  Vermont’s childcare crisis is making Vermont nearly impossible for working families to afford to live in our state. The average cost of childcare for a family is over $26,000 per year. There is a lack of available full-year slots in childcare programs, parents and caregivers are struggling to get the childcare they need so they can work to support their families.

Sara McConnell at BDCC worked with Katy on financing the center through an SBA loan with BDCC. Sara supported Katy in developing her business plan and financial systems to smooth the way for the center to open and operate. All BDCC borrowers receive technical assistance.

BDCC’s Business Services Team

BDCC’s Business Services Team offers a suite of services, programs, and resources at the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation, the non-profit regional development corporation serving southeastern Vermont. We help at all business stages, from startup and growth, to reorganization and succession. BDCC’s business services are guided by the regional economic development plan (CEDS) to advance strategies that foster an entrepreneurial environment, support small businesses, increase access to capital, and build an inclusive and equitable economy. For more information please visit: https://brattleborodevelopment.com/businessassistanceservices/