Minor Renovations and Repairs Grant Program (CDSS)

Minor Renovations and Repairs Grant Program

Geographic Scope: California statewide - San Diego County providers eligible

Focus Areas:

• Preserve existing child care spaces
• Enhance child care facilities
• Expand existing child care spaces
• Infrastructure improvements for child care programs

What Can Be Funded:

• Minor renovations and repairs to child care facilities
• Projects that preserve, enhance, or expand existing child care spaces

Eligibility:

• Child care programs operating in California
• Programs seeking to improve physical infrastructure

Technical Assistance Offered:
YMCA of San Diego County partnered with Child Development Associates, SAY San Diego, and Children's First Collective to provide free technical assistance sessions:

Session Topics Covered:

1. Overview of Application Components & Requirements - Assessment of program eligibility and allowed renovation/repair types
2. Application Assistance - Required documents, program information, SAM.gov registration, government site requirements
3. Budget Building & Accounting Practices - Budget templates, banking requirements, bid/estimate procedures
4. Contractor Selection - Contractor selection process, obtaining construction bids, permit requirements
5. One-on-One Support - Individualized assistance from Children's First Collective partners, application review before submission

Contact Information:

• For individual support and application review: email [email protected]
• YMCA of San Diego County provides technical assistance

Additional Resources:
YMCA offers year-round trainings and child care expert services for providers seeking to improve program quality.

Official Documentation:
Full RFA (Request for Application) available from CDSS for complete guidelines and requirements.

Application Process

Overview:
Application process involves multiple components and requires careful planning and documentation.

Required Steps:

1. Determine Eligibility
   • Confirm your program qualifies as a child care provider
   • Review allowed renovation and repair types
   • Assess whether opportunity aligns with facility needs
2. Register with Government Systems
   • Complete System for Award Management (SAM.gov) registration
   • Register with other required government sites as specified in RFA
3. Gather Program Information
   • Document current child care program details
   • Prepare information on existing facilities
   • Identify specific renovation/repair needs
4. Prepare Budget
   • Use CDSS-provided budget templates
   • Document all proposed expenses
   • Plan for accounting and banking procedures
   • Determine if bids/estimates are needed for expenses
5. Contractor Selection
   • Identify qualified contractors
   • Obtain competitive bids for construction work
   • Determine if permits are required for work
   • Document contractor selection process
6. Submit Application
   • Complete all required application components
   • Include required documents as specified in RFA
   • Follow submission guidelines

Technical Assistance Available:

• Free webinar sessions covering each application component
• One-on-one support available from Children's First Collective partners
• Email support for application questions and review

Contact for Assistance:
Email: [email protected]

Note: Complete RFA with detailed requirements available from CDSS website