Professional Development Scholarship

Funder: Early Childhood Council of Larimer (Northern Colorado Kids Thrive)

Geographic Scope: Larimer County, Colorado

Reimbursement for providers and educators participating in professional development opportunities that will help obtain or maintain a license, credential, degree, or certificate.

Eligibility:

• Must work in a licensed early care (EC) program within Larimer County
• Available to ECE providers and educators

Funding Priority: First come, first served basis

Covered Activities:

• CDA (classes or test/certificate)
• Conferences
• Trainings/Webinars
• Training for specific accreditation
• Training events or series for ECE professionals

Background: Since 2002-2003, Northern Colorado Kids Thrive has provided over half a million dollars in scholarships to individuals working in early care and education in Larimer County. Applications are accepted at any time and considered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Requests for scholarships often exceed available funding before final deadlines, so early application is encouraged.

Funding Source: This project is supported by the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5), Grant Number 90TP0114, from the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Application Process

How to Apply:

• Applications accepted at any time
• Reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis
• Early application encouraged due to funding limitations

Required Materials:

• Specific application materials not detailed in provided text

Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as requests for scholarships often exceed available funding even before final deadlines.