Child Development Services of Ottawa County, Inc. (CDS) was founded in 1966 by a group of church members in Holland who were concerned that families were without alternative resources for child care. Through their efforts, Holland Day Care was established for 30 children.

The agency has since expanded to include Child Care, Head Start and Early Head Start. CDS, now serving over 500 children in 11 locations throughout Ottawa County, is a single purpose, private, non-profit corporation with 501 (c)(3) status.

The United Way, service groups, churches, and community-minded businesses in Ottawa and Allegan counties have played a crucial role in the founding, development, and support of the early childhood programs administered by CDS.

As the demand for child care increases and state and federal funds lessen, CDS looks earnestly toward the benevolence of local groups and individuals for their continued and additional assistance of funds, donations, and volunteer time.

All services, facilities, and employment opportunities are made equally accessible to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or religion.