Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 123 active grants for daycare in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Family Haven Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Family Haven Foundation Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Family Haven Foundation Grant aims to support caregivers of children who have…
FFN Training & Support Program Status: Time-limited initiative, set to expire December 31, 2026 Geographic Scope: Colorado statewide Background: Created through SB22-213, this program marked…
Goleta Child Care Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Goleta Child Care Grant, offered by the Santa Barbara…
Grants for Childcare Programs in Cabarrus County Funder: Cabarrus County Partnership for Children Program Status: Accepting applications in the coming months Funding Source: State Directed Grant…
Great Start Compensation Support Payment Program Status: Active as of 2023 Legislative session Geographic Scope: Minnesota Purpose: Direct payments to child care programs focused on compensation for…
Head Start and/or Early Head Start Grantee -- Cabarrus County, North Carolina Status: ACTIVE Funder: US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Administration for Children & Families Amount: US $1,302,662…
Head Start Program (Competitive Grant Award) Funder: Office of Head Start (Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) Award Amount: $4.2 million per year…
Healthy Beginnings, Active Futures Grant Overview: Grant to improve the quality of outdoor learning environments in early childhood settings and encourage active, outdoor play. Funding Source: $1.2…
Herman H. Nettelroth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: PNC Charitable Trust Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Herman H. Nettelroth Grant focuses on supporting children and families in Jefferson…
Overview _NOTE: Prior to submitting an application or verifying eligibility, please contact the program officer._ Herman H. Nettelroth Fund Herman H. Nettelroth has a geographic focus of Jefferson…
Herzfeld Foundation: Early Childhood Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Richard & Ethel Herzfeld Foundation Inc. Amount: US $15,000 - US $60,000 Last Updated: May 05, 2025 Summary The Herzfeld…
Hiring and Retention Bonus Grant Funder: New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development Eligibility: Licensed child care centers and registered family child care providers…
Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) Program (KS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Department of Commerce Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Historic Economic…
Humboldt Child Care Stabilization Fund - Educational Loan Forgiveness Funder: Humboldt County / North Edge Financing (Arcata Economic Development Corporation) Program Status: In development…
Humboldt Child Care Stabilization Fund - Facility Improvement Loan Forgiveness Funder: Humboldt County / North Edge Financing (Arcata Economic Development Corporation) Program Status: In development…
Infant & Toddler Child Care Expansion Grant Status: Currently not accepting applications (as of March 2026). Grant is pursuing future funding to reopen this process. Purpose: To increase the…
Infant-Toddler Educator AWARD$ Plus Funder: DCDEE (Department of Child Development and Early Education) Geographic Scope: North Carolina Overview: AWARD$ Plus provides salary supplements twice per…
Innovation Grant to Expand a Child Care Program (MO) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Innovation Grant to…
Iredell County COVID-19 Education Fund Funder: Joint partnership between United Way of Iredell County, Iredell County Government, and Iredell-Statesville School System Geographic Scope: Iredell…
JSDC Daycare Expansion Assistance Program Funder: Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation (JSDC) Geographic Scope: Stutsman County, North Dakota Program Type: Matching grant and interest-free loan…
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.
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.
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.