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.
King County PSTAA General Child Care Facilities Fund Overview: A Request for Proposal (RFP) utilizing King County PSTAA General Child Care Facilities Funds to expand and strengthen the early learning…
La Plata Childcare Investment Fund Purpose: To create new childcare slots and support early childhood education system in La Plata County by increasing educator wages and expanding/stabilizing…
Lee & Florence Kvalnes Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $500 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Lee & Florence Kvalnes…
Mayor's Disaster Relief Fund Overview: A fund sponsored by The Dallas Foundation, initially created in 2005 to help shelter Hurricane Katrina refugees. Reactivated during COVID-19 pandemic to support…
Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary The Melrose Cooperative Bank…
MN Child Care Assistance Program Organization: MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Geographic Scope: Minnesota (Mahnomen, Hubbard, Becker, Otter Tail, Wadena, and West Polk Counties) Focus Areas: Help with…
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…
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.