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.
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:…
Strategic Economic Expansion and Development (SEED) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Department of Commerce Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The SEED Grant…
Strengthen Indy Child Care Grant Funder: Child Care Answers in partnership with Glick Philanthropies Status: Active grant program with multiple funding rounds Geographic Scope: Marion County,…
TEFFI Seed Grant Opportunity Purpose: Support the economic revitalization of Kansas communities under 5,000 population through investments in quality-of-life initiatives. Award Amount: $5,000 -…
Terre Haute Day Nursery Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wabash Valley Community Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Terre Haute Day Nursery Endowment Fund Grant,…
Thriving by Three Infant and Toddler Child Care Grant Funder: New Jersey Department of Family Development (DFD) Overview: A grant program for infant and toddler child care providers with a Year 2…
Overview United Way of Greater New Bedford (UWGNB) Vision statement We envision a region where all people have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Mission statement We…
UWNCO Community Relief Fund Overview: United Way of North Central Ohio established the Community Relief Fund to support local social services in response to the COVID-19 crisis and its consequences.…
Virginia Mixed Delivery Program Funder: Virginia Early Childhood Foundation (VECF), administered through Virginia Department of Education Program Overview: The Mixed Delivery program enables eligible…
WAGE$ Salary Supplement Program Funder: Smart Start Partnership for Children Geographic Scope: North Carolina Overview: WAGE$ provides salary supplements twice per year to early childhood educators…
WAGE$ Program Type: Education-Based Salary Supplement Overview: This project provides child care professionals with education-based salary supplements and addresses teacher turnover and increased…
WAGS Childcare Grant Funder: Women and Girls in Soccer (WAGS) Geographic Scope: United States Award Amount: $1,200 per recipient Total Fund: $80,000 Status: Active (rolling basis) Overview The WAGS…
Washington State Child Care Equity Grant Funder: Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) Award Amount: $94,450 Geographic Scope: Snohomish County, Washington Focus Areas: -…
West Side Vitality Grant Funder: Greater Beloit Economic Development Corporation (GBEDC) Geographic Scope: West Side of the City of Beloit, Wisconsin Program Purpose: Support small businesses and…
William and Lottie Daniel Fund Child Care Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The William and Lottie…
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.