Grants for Daycare

Last updated July 3, 2026

There are currently 119 active grants for daycare in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Grant Deadline Amount
Early Childhood Champion Awards
September 16, 2026
$1K
Beacon Hill Community Fund
October 31, 2026
$3K – $10K
Camp Shelanu Financial Aid
January 10, 2027
Varies
Grants for Childcare Programs in Cabarrus County
Rolling
Varies
DELCO Child Care COVID Support
Rolling
$40
EEOST Capital Fund - Large Grant Round
Rolling
$500K – $1M
Women's Giving Circle of Chautauqua County - Grantmaking Program
Rolling
$50K
Care Worker Tax Credit Mini-Grants
Rolling
Varies
Current Grant Opportunities
Rolling
Varies
Pittsburgh Foundation Basic Needs Grants: Child Care
Rolling
$10K – $75K
Child Care Solutions Fund
Rolling
Varies
Bethany Legacy Foundation Grant: Short Application
Rolling
Up to $50K
Dream Up! Child Care Supply-Building Grant
Rolling
$75K
Great Start Compensation Support Payment Program
Rolling
$259.7M – $316.1M
AWARD$ - Infant-Toddler Educator
Rolling
Varies
MN Child Care Assistance Program
Rolling
Varies
Quality Maintenance Bonus Incentive Grant (4-5 Star Facilities)
Rolling
Varies
Quality Improvement Incentive Grant (0-3 Star Facilities)
Rolling
Varies
West Side Vitality Grant
Rolling
Varies
UWNCO Community Relief Fund
Rolling
Varies
FFN Training & Support Program
Rolling
$42K – $294K
Terre Haute Day Nursery Endowment Fund Grant
Rolling
Varies
City of Bellingham Community/Public Facility and Improvements Grants
Rolling
$50K – $200K
Virginia Mixed Delivery Program
Rolling
$3.2M

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About grants for daycare

Childcare grants help centers start, expand, and improve their programs. The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) is the largest federal source, distributed through state agencies. Additional funding comes from Head Start, USDA child nutrition programs, and foundations focused on early childhood development.

Grants for Daycare by state

Browse grants for daycare available to organizations in 4 states.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a grant to start a daycare center?

Start with your state's Child Care Resource and Referral agency, which can connect you to local startup grants. The SBA offers small business grants applicable to childcare. Many states have specific childcare business grants. The USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program can offset meal costs. Community development financial institutions (CDFIs) also provide startup funding for childcare businesses.

What is the Child Care and Development Fund?

CCDF is the primary federal funding source for childcare, providing about $12 billion annually to states. States use CCDF to subsidize childcare for low-income families, improve childcare quality, and support the childcare workforce. Providers can access CCDF through their state childcare subsidy program.

Are there grants for childcare facility improvements?

Yes. Many states offer facility grants for childcare centers — including playground equipment, safety improvements, and ADA compliance. The USDA provides grants for rural childcare facilities. Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) can fund childcare infrastructure, and some foundations specifically support early childhood facility projects.

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