Grants for Daycare

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 124 active grants for daycare in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 4 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 58 list an award amount, with a median of $38K.

Grants tracked: 124; from 91 funders
Median award: $38K; middle half $5,000–$100K
Total listed funding: $22.3M; across 58 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 9; 2 with a published date

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Regional Child Care Health Consultative Services Grant North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) · Foundation Not published · $1.5M The Regional Child Care Health Consultative Services RFA aims to establish a statewide network of Child Care Health Consultants (CCHC) to enhance the safety and health of child care environments across North Carolina.	Not published	$1.5M
WAGE$ Columbus County Partnership for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This project provides child care professionals with education-based salary supplements and addresses teacher turnover and increased teacher educational levels.	Not published	Varies
Care Worker Tax Credit Mini-Grants Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WAGE$ Smart Start Partnership for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 – $4K WAGE$ provides salary supplements twice per year to early childhood educators based on education level.	Not published	$600 – $4K
Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Cabarrus County, North Carolina US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Administration for Children & Families · Foundation Not published · $1.3M The Administration for Children and Families invites applications for Head Start and/or Early Head Start services in Cabarrus County, NC.	Not published	$1.3M
CFMT: Establishment Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: These applications are invitation-only after providers have completed the required steps with pre-licensing.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Community Grant- Santa Fe Baby Fund ( Fall Cycle) Santa Fe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Santa Fe Baby Fund Grant supports nonprofits in Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, and Santa Fe counties focused on infants, toddlers, and their caregivers.	Not published	$5K – $20K
NAFCC Accreditation Support Program Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative · Foundation Rolling · Varies Through the Accreditation Program, NECC provides: to help eligible licensed family child care providers become accredited by NAFCC.	Rolling	Varies
FY27 Appropriation 811.Shared Visions Technical Assistance Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Head Start Program (Competitive Grant Award) Spanish Speaking Unity Council of Alameda County Inc · Foundation Not published · $4.2M Competitive grant to expand high-quality early education and care services for low-income children, infants, toddlers, and their families.	Not published	$4.2M
Community Grants Mt Pleasant Area Community Fnd · Foundation Not published · Up to $18K	Not published	Up to $18K
William and Lottie Daniel Fund Child Care Scholarship Grant Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The William and Lottie Daniel Fund Child Care Scholarship supports licensed nonprofit child care facilities in Santa Barbara County, addressing the critical need for affordable child care.	Not published	Up to $50K
Family Child Care Provider Grant Program State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To provide financial assistance to prospective and registered family child care providers to help them meet regulatory requirements.	Not published	Varies
ChildcareTennessee Establishment and Expansion Grants The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $100K	Not published	$1K – $100K
Dobles Foundation Grant Arthur Jr Dobles & Olive G Dobles Crut · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Dobles Foundation Grant aims to support childcare initiatives and enhance the needs of children in New Hampshire from 2025 to 2027.	Not published	Up to $25K
Sachs Family Foundation Program Related Investments (PRIs) The Erich and Hannah Sachs Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applicants are encouraged to call the Foundation to informally discuss their programs and financial needs prior to submitting a written application.	Not published	Varies
Humboldt Child Care Stabilization Fund - Facility Improvement Loan Forgiveness Arcata Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SPARC: Single Parents Arriving Ready for College The Foundation for Santa Barbara City College · Foundation Not published · Varies SPARC is an SBCC program that assists single-parent students who are new to college or are returning after a hiatus.	Not published	Varies
FFN Training & Support Program Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition · Foundation Not published · $42K – $294K	Not published	$42K – $294K
Virginia Mixed Delivery Program Center for Early Success · Foundation Not published · $3.2M The Mixed Delivery program enables eligible families with infants, toddlers and preschoolers to access high-quality, full day, year-round early childhood care and education (ECCE) services in private, community-based settings of their…	Not published	$3.2M
Parents & Caregivers Organizing Fund Bread and Roses Community Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Parents & Caregivers Organizing Fund will move money to grassroots communities organizing for change in early childhood systems across Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
ChildcareTennessee Support and Enhancement Grants The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Capital Improvement Grant Healthy Child Care Colorado · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K A competitive grant opportunity for nonprofit early childhood programs to increase the quality of indoor and outdoor spaces. The grant has been used to support facility renovations, classroom additions, and outdoor playground improvements.	Not published	Up to $50K
Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Grant Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $10K The Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Grant supports community service organizations in Melrose and surrounding areas. It focuses on education, health, human services, affordable housing, and general community support.	Not published	$250 – $10K

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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 much money do grants for daycare award?

Of the 124 grants for daycare Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 58 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $38K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $100K. The largest is $4.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for daycare?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are State Department of Education (8), The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc (8), 4CS of Passaic County Inc (4), Columbus County Partnership for Children Inc (3), and Kansas Department of Commerce (3). In all, 91 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for daycare due?

Of 124 grants listed, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 2 have a published upcoming deadline, 28 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 85 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

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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