Grants for Daycare

Last updated August 22, 2026

There are currently 126 active grants for daycare in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	CFMT: Support and Enhancement Grants - Child Care Certificate Program	The Community Foundation of Middle	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Economic Freedom: Early Care and Education Grant	Colorado Gives Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $25K
Foundation	Angus and Anne McMillan Family EHHD Scholarship Grant	Montana State University	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Small Grants for Small Children	Adirondack Foundation	Rolling	$100 – $500
Foundation	Additional COVID-19 Relief Grants for Clark County Businesses	Columbia River Economic Development	Rolling	Up to $30K
Foundation	La Plata Childcare Investment Fund	La Plata Economic Development Alliance	Rolling	$800K – $2.2M
Foundation	Child Care WAGE$ Program	Guilford County Partnership for Children Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CCR&R SRTC Workforce Echo Grant	Agenda for Children	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	CFMT: Support and Enhancement Grants - Child Care Agencies	The Community Foundation of Middle	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Pueblo Day Nursery Children's Foundation Grant	Pueblo Day Nursery	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Quality Improvement Grants	Joint Initiatives for Youth and Families	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Community Response Fund	Fremont Area Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CFMT: Safety Supplemental Grants	The Community Foundation of Middle	Rolling	Up to $4K
State	Child Care Subsidy	State Department of Education	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	MN Child Care Assistance Program	Mahube-otwa Community Action	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Childcare Expansion Grant Program	Valley Health Foundation (vhf)	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	ACF Early Childhood Grantmaking Program	Aspen Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Rural Child Care Planning Grant Program (IA)	Iowa Economic Development Authority	Rolling	Up to $20K
Foundation	Quality Improvement Incentive Grant (0-3 Star Facilities)	Smart Start of Pender County	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Mayor's Disaster Relief Fund	The Dallas Foundation	Rolling	$25K
Foundation	Women's Giving Circle of Chautauqua County - Grantmaking Program	Chautauqua Region Community Foundation	Rolling	$50K
Foundation	Park City and Summit County Childcare Scholarships	Park City Community Foundation	Rolling	$200 – $2K
Foundation	Bethany Legacy Foundation Grant: Short Application	Bethany Legacy Foundation Inc	Rolling	Up to $50K
Foundation	West Side Vitality Grant	The Greater Beloit Economic Development	Rolling	Varies

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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.

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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