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.

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CHARLOTTESVILLE AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nelson County Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charlottesville Area Community Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Nelson County Community Fund (NCCF) supports charitable…

New Bedford Day Nursery Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Bedford Day Nursery Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Bedford Day Nursery Fund Last Updated: July 10, 2024 Summary The New Bedford Day Nursery Fund provides essential support for educational and…

$55 million allocation (2025-2026 round)
FORWARD COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) Program Administrating Organization: Forward Community Investments (FCI) Funding Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury Community Development Financial Institutions…

DELAWARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Next Gen North Early Childhood Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Amount: US $7,500 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Next Gen North Early Childhood…

NEW HAMPSHIRE CHILDREN'S HEALTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

NHCHF Emergency Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire Children’s Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The NHCHF Emergency Funding program…

NEW HAMPSHIRE CHILDREN'S HEALTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Funding Approach & Impact In response to partners and grant applicants, New Hampshire Children’s Health Foundation is shifting our responsive grantmaking from project related awards to…

4CS OF PASSAIC COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

NJ ARP Stabilization Grant Funder: New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development Eligibility: Licensed child care centers and registered family child care providers Purpose:…

State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJ Child Care Facility Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The NJ Child Care…

4CS OF PASSAIC COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJEDA Child Care Facility Improvement Program Grant Funder: New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Status: Now accepting applications Award Amount: $50,000 to $200,000 per grant Purpose:…

Horizon Community Funds of Northern · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NKY Funders' Grants Overview: An ongoing collaborative program that convenes multiple foundations and funders around mini-grant competitions for nonprofits serving Northern Kentucky (Boone, Campbell,…

NEBRASKA EARLY CHILDHOOD · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

No Kid Hungry Grant Funder: No Kid Hungry (campaign of Share Our Strength) Award Amount: $25,000 Geographic Scope: National initiative including Nebraska Focus Areas: - Decreasing food insecurity in…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHEAST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Impact Guidelines About Funds Available A portion of funds awarded during the Community Impact grant cycle is set aside specifically for programs addressing health for youth under…

US $10,000 - US $31,800
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northland Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $31,800 Last Updated: September 28, 2025 Summary The Northland Community…

FIRST UP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nurture Through Nature Overview: A nature-based learning initiative designed to integrate nature-based learning into early childhood education programs, fostering joyful and enriching connections…

US $1,001 - US $5,000
OWEN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

OCCF: Community Investment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Owen County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,001 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The OCCF Community Investment Grant…

Bread and Roses Community Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Parents & Caregivers Organizing Fund The Parents & Caregivers Organizing Fund will move money to grassroots communities organizing for change in early childhood systems across Philadelphia.…

Varies by scholarship type; up to $1,700/month (resident); $200/month (workforce); $200/month (Park City employee)
PARK CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Park City and Summit County Childcare Scholarships Overview: Local childcare scholarships funded by Park City ($1 million) and Summit County ($130,000) investments to support the stability of the…

LANCASTER COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Passion Grants Overview: The Lancaster County Community Foundation's Passion Grants convert donors' passions into impact through supporting programming in a broad range of focus areas. Focus Areas…

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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