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.
NAFCC Accreditation Support Program Funder: Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative (NECC) Geographic Scope: Nebraska Accrediting Body: National Association of Family Child Care (NAFCC) Program…
Overview Community Impact Grants Community Foundation of Noble County awards grants for innovative, creative projects and programs responsive to addressing community needs in Noble County. This…
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:…
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:…
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.…
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…
Pittsburgh Foundation Basic Needs Grants: Child Care Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Pittsburgh Foundation…
Pueblo Day Nursery Children's Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pueblo Day Nursery Children's Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The Pueblo Day Nursery…
Quality Improvement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Quality Improvement Grant, offered…
Quality Improvement Grants Status: NOW OPEN - Apply Today Funder: Joint Initiatives Focus: Quality improvement for early childhood programs Note: Limited details available in provided content.…
Quality Improvement Incentive Grant Organization: Smart Start of Pender County Purpose: Assists eligible 0-3 star child care facilities in increasing the quality of care provided to young children.…
Quality Maintenance Bonus Incentive Grant Organization: Smart Start of Pender County Purpose: Assists eligible 4-5 Star child care facilities in maintaining high quality of care they provide to young…
Regional Child Care Health Consultative Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Amount: Approximately US $1,500,000 Last Updated: April…
Rural Child Care Planning Grant Program (IA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Economic Development Authority Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: July 08, 2025 Summary The Rural Child Care Planning…
Overview _NOTE: Applicants are encouraged to call the Foundation to informally discuss their programs and financial needs prior to submitting a written application. There are no application deadlines…
SDWF- Expanding Affordable, Accessible, and Quality Child Care Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Diego Women's Foundation Amount: US $60,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The San Diego…
Small Grants for Small Children Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adirondack Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $500 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Small Grants for Small Children program, offered by…
Smart Start Subsidy Program Type: Scholarship/Assistance Program Overview: This scholarship program provides assistance with the cost of child care to qualified parents with children ages birth to…
SPARC: Single Parents Arriving Ready for College Status: Active Program Type: Support program for single-parent students Overview: SPARC is an SBCC program that assists single-parent students who are…
St. Louis County CARES Act Child Care Relief Fund Status: Program extended to July 14, 2020 (historical/expired) Geographic Scope: St. Louis County, Missouri Funder: St. Louis County Focus Areas:…