A huge milestone for Mapleton!
Dirt is officially being moved by Boening Brothers for our community’s very first Child Care House.
This project marks a big step forward in addressing the child care capacity challenges families face in our town. At the same time, our selected operator, Brooke Garvey, is progressing beautifully through her start-up journey and is on track to be licensed and ready to welcome children when the doors open. We’re excited to see this vision becoming reality for Mapleton’s families!Mapleton's new Child Care House operator
Tiny Roots – Coming Soon to Mapleton, MN
Tiny Roots will soon offer a cozy, nature-inspired child care environment led by Brooke Garvey in Mapleton, Minnesota. The program is preparing to welcome children from 6 weeks to 7 years of age, with plans to offer full-time, part-time, and drop-in care options.
Rooted in play-based learning and centered on empathy and connection, Brooke’s approach will provide a safe, home-like setting where young children can grow, explore, and thrive. As the program prepares for launch, Tiny Roots aims to become a trusted choice for families seeking a warm, relationship-driven care experience in the heart of their community.
Mapleton showed us what true community spirit looks like at their recent picnic and during the T-Mobile Hometown Grant check presentation. It was an inspiring moment to see neighbors, leaders, and partners gather to celebrate a stronger future.
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August 2025
T-Mobile’s Hometown Grant Awarded to Mapleton MN’s Child Care House
June 2025
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May 2025
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May 2025
A Strong Start, Powered by Community Support
The Child Care House in Mapleton has been made possible through a growing coalition of community-minded funders and partners who see early care and learning as essential infrastructure. Our funding roadmap reflects a strategic mix of public, private, and philanthropic support, and our ability to tell a compelling, local story has helped make that success possible.
We are proud to recognize those who are helping lay the foundation. Together, they are setting Mapleton’s children and families on a path toward long-term stability and growth.
Join Through the Stepping Stones Campaign
The Stepping Stones campaign invites residents, businesses, and friends of Mapleton to be part of this exciting community project. Each contribution adds to a visible story of growth and commitment, symbolized in a mural that celebrates children’s milestones and Mapleton’s investment in its future.
This is a unique opportunity to join Mapleton’s legacy and help ensure lasting stability for children, families, and the community.
Why is the Child Care House the right solution for Mapleton?
Turnkey and shovel-ready: Designed for rapid deployment, these houses can be move-in ready in under six months.
Built as economic infrastructure: Child care is essential to a thriving economy, and this model ensures long-term value for communities like Mapleton.
We’re proud to see this vision take root in Mapleton and can’t wait to welcome children into this dedicated, home-like space designed to meet the needs of local families.
Want to learn more about the Child Care House? Contact us at info@businessofchildcare.com.
Together, we’re building a brighter future—right here in Mapleton.
A Purpose-Built Space for Child Care
- Licensed, Safe, and Home-Like
- Efficient & Durable Design
- Child-Friendly Layout & Accessibility
- Fully Equipped & Move-In Ready
- Aligned to Meet Local Needs
How We Got Here
This initiative builds on several years of planning and early efforts first supported by the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) to assess child care needs and identify sustainable solutions.
Mapleton and surrounding communities have licensed child care spaces for only about 40% of children under age five, leaving a significant gap for families. By expanding access to child care, this effort strengthens local economic growth and supports working families.
The Solution: A Quality, Move-In-Ready Child Care Space
The Child Care House is a purpose-built, licensed child care space designed to expand access, support providers, and strengthen Mapleton’s local economy.
Expected Outcomes:
Benefits for Providers, Families, and the Community
Sustainable & Supported Child Care Businesses
Turnkey solutions, financial stability, and ongoing support for providers.
Reliable, High-Quality Child Care for Families
Safe, accessible child care that supports family and workforce stability.
Stronger Workforce & Economic Growth
Expanded child care drives employment, attracts families, and boosts the local economy.
