CFMT: Support and Enhancement Grants - Child Care Agencies

CFMT: Support and Enhancement Grants - Child Care Agencies

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: October 22, 2025

Summary

The CFMT Support and Enhancement Grants provide vital funding for child care agencies in Tennessee, offering a minimum of $4,000 to enhance equipment, programs, and access to coaches or consultants. Agencies located in economically distressed counties can request an additional $1,000. This initiative aims to uplift early childhood education and support licensed providers in creating a better learning environment for children.

Overview

Grant Funding ChildcareTennessee administers a variety of grants to child care programs licensed with the Tennessee Department of Human Services to support early childhood education in Tennessee. Programs can apply for items in three separate categories: Equipment Program enhancements and supplies Coaches and consultants CFMT: Support and Enhancement Grants - Child Care Agencies Support and Enhancement Grants allow any childcare provider licensed with the Tennessee Department of Human Services to apply for at least $4,000 to enhance equipment, programs, including supplies, and consultants, and coaches. Child care agencies in economically distressed counties identified in by the Governor’s office may apply for an additional $1,000. These counties are Lake, Hardeman, Perry, Clay, Bledsoe, Scott, Hancock, and Cocke.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.