Make Way for Kids Infant and Toddler Capacity Building Grant
Funding Amount
$20,000 - $50,000+
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Make Way for Kids Infant and Toddler Capacity Building Grant
Funder: Vermont Agency of Human Services, Department of Children and Families Child Development Division (administered by First Children's Finance)
Geographic Scope: Vermont
Program Purpose: Increase the supply of excellent child care in Vermont by increasing the number of infant and toddler child care spaces in the state.
Program Status: Ongoing program, current application timeline not specified on website
- Existing child care businesses (family child care, public school, center-based program, etc.) in good standing with Vermont Department of Taxes and Department of Children and Families
- OR starting a new child care business working with Department of Children and Families to get licensed
- Must be located within Vermont
Eligible Applicants
- Family child care (home-based) programs: Up to $20,000
- Child care centers, schools, businesses, municipalities, and other agencies: Up to $50,000
- Projects adding 25+ new spaces in underserved communities: May be eligible for more than $50,000
Award Amounts
- Grantees must accept state Child Care Financial Assistance for eligible families
- Willingness to engage with state funding assistance program
Requirements
- Email: vtgrants@firstchildrensfinance.org
- Instructions: Include your town/county when emailing
Contact Information
- Vermont Child Development Division (CDD)
- Let's Grow Kids (LGK)
Partners
How to Apply
Application Process
Current Status: Specific application deadlines not listed on current website
To Get Started:
1. Email VTgrants@firstchildrensfinance.org with your town/county information
2. Request grant guidelines and application instructions
3. FCF will provide application materials and timeline information
Available Resources:
Contact for Questions:
Note: For historical reference, a previous round had applications available starting September 18, 2023 with an October 25, 2023 deadline, with decisions in December and completion by June 30, 2024. Current round timeline should be confirmed by contacting program directly.
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