Child Care Grants

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.

487 grants
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St Luke's Methodist Church · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

ENTERPRISE COMMUNITY PARTNERS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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 FOUNDATION OF TAMPA INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

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…

LENAWEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

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 · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

$2.2 million goal for Year 1 ($1.2 million for educator wages; $800,000 for facility expansion)
LA PLATA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

LANCASTER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

FIRST UP · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

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.…

DELAWARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

LISA NOVAK COMMUNITY LIBRARIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

CO-TUW MARION &AMP MIRIAM ROSE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marion and Miriam Rose Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Co Tuw Marion & Miriam Rose Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Marion and Miriam Rose Fund aims to support childcare facilities for…

MARY BLACK FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Mary Black Foundation Grant What We Fund The Mary Black Foundation prioritizes investments that support high-quality early life experiences because research shows that they can significantly…

MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

MCCF - Unrestricted Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) offers an…

MEDICA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Medica Foundation Grant: MN Early Childhood Health Status: ACTIVE Funder: Medica Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Medica Foundation Grant for MN Early…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between childcare grants and Head Start?
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.
Can family child care providers get grants?
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.
Are there grants for childcare worker wages?
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.

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