Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 493 active child care grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
Child care grants fund early childhood programs, preschool, Head Start and Early Head Start, family child care, and child development initiatives. The Child Care and Development Block Grant provides the largest federal funding stream, with additional support from the Department of Education, USDA, and early childhood-focused foundations.
John and Sally Mielke Early Years Fund for the Fox Valley Region Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated:…
JSDC Daycare Expansion Assistance Program Funder: Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation (JSDC) Geographic Scope: Stutsman County, North Dakota Program Type: Matching grant and interest-free loan…
Kaiser Childcare Grant Overview: Short-term childcare grant provided to eligible Kaiser Permanente employees to help cover childcare costs. Status: This was a temporary emergency benefit during the…
Kansas Career Pathway Mini-Grant Funder: Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) Website: kccto.org Overview: One of the primary outcomes of The Career Pathway (CP) initiative is to engage…
KBC Mini-Grant Initiative Funder: Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC) Geographic Scope: Kansas Focus Areas: Activities that will improve breastfeeding rates in local communities, including: -…
Kennebec Savings Bank Catalyst Grant Funder: Kennebec Savings Bank Award Amount: $10,000 per recipient Geographic Scope: Kennebec Savings Bank service area (Augusta, Farmingdale, Freeport,…
Kenneth & Jane Ford Trust Amount: $1,925 Purpose: To award scholarships for two eligible groups: Group 1: College Students - Children of St. Luke's members - Attending college in Texas - Unable to…
Kindergarten Readiness Collaborative (KRC) - Early Child Care Programs Overview: A comprehensive program designed to help early childcare centers and family child care homes support children's…
King County PSTAA General Child Care Facilities Fund Overview: A Request for Proposal (RFP) utilizing King County PSTAA General Child Care Facilities Funds to expand and strengthen the early learning…
Kiwanis 100th Anniversary Grant Amount: $100,000 Geographic Scope: Hillsborough County, Florida Focus Areas: Early childhood development and early childhood school readiness Eligible Uses: - Capital…
Knight Fund Grants Geographic Scope: Lenawee County, Michigan Focus Areas: - Basic needs - Health and human services Background: The V.C. and Velma Knight Memorial Fund was established to honor the…
Korum for Kids Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Korum for Kids Foundation Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Korum for Kids Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance the…
La Plata Childcare Investment Fund Purpose: To create new childcare slots and support early childhood education system in La Plata County by increasing educator wages and expanding/stabilizing…
Lake County Community Foundation Grant Program - Early Childhood Education Priority Area Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lake County Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated:…
Overview Lancaster Thrives Together Grant The Lancaster County Community Foundation works closely with our community to respond to local needs and leverage opportunities emerging today. Knowing the…
Lead Hazard Reduction Loan and Grant Program Assist in the removal of lead paint in residential buildings and day care centers. Applies to both single family and multi-family residential units.…
Learn and Earn Career Pathway Program Overview: An integrated academic and on-the-job learning program that combines competency development, coaching, mentorship, and professional development.…
Lee & Florence Kvalnes Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $500 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Lee & Florence Kvalnes…
Overview About the Lisa Libraries The Lisa Libraries was started by author Ann M. Martin and friends to honor and memorialize children’s book editor Lisa Novak. Some of the libraries established have…
LISC Child Care Facilities Planning Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Last Updated: August 24, 2025 Summary The LISC Child Care Facilities Planning…
The Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) provides subsidies for working families to afford childcare and quality improvement funds for providers. Head Start is a separate, comprehensive program providing free preschool, health services, and family support for low-income children. Both are federally funded but operate through different channels and serve different (sometimes overlapping) populations.
Yes. Family child care homes qualify for CCDBG quality improvement funds, USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program reimbursements, state quality rating system incentives, and various foundation grants. Many states have specific startup and improvement grants for family child care providers. T.E.A.C.H. scholarship programs support provider education.
This is a growing focus area. Some states use ARPA funds for childcare workforce stabilization grants. CCDBG allows states to set reimbursement rates that support better wages. Foundations like the Buffett Early Childhood Fund and Pritzker Children's Initiative fund workforce compensation efforts. The T.E.A.C.H. and WAGE$ programs address provider compensation.