This project explored the nature of state and local-level collaboration and its role in enhancing child care quality. The first phase of the project examined the nature of collaborations between the state Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) administrator, the state Head Start Collaboration Office Director, and the state administrator responsible for pre-Kindergarten oversight (where applicable). Our analyses focused on state-level administrators, activities, interactions, and goals and presented a national snapshot of trends and perspectives on policies that support or hinder collaboration. The second phase was an in-depth investigation in two states: Maryland and Vermont. Our analyses explored the relationship between collaborations and indicators of child care quality including the availability of comprehensive services for children and families.