Strengthen Indy Child Care Grant
Funding Amount
$300,000 total (distributed to multiple providers)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
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, Indiana, specifically eleven high-need zip codes in the Indianapolis area
Background: Launched in partnership with Glick Philanthropies to support child care providers in areas with significant care gaps. According to Early Learning Indiana's Closing the Gap report, targeted zip codes have as little as 20% capacity to serve children who need care through licensed or regulated programs.
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Application Process
Specific step-by-step application details are not provided in the available content. However, the following information is known:
- Application Type: Competitive grant application process
- Eligible Applicants: Newly-opening or existing child care programs in identified high-need zip codes
- Selection Criteria: Child Care Answers selected programs based on: - Willingness to serve greatest needs in Indianapolis - Commitment to serving infants and toddlers - Commitment to accepting CCDF vouchers - Demonstrated commitment to quality care - Enrollment in Paths to QUALITY system - Ability to achieve Level 3 or higher rating
Note: Detailed application instructions, required materials, and submission procedures are not available in the provided website content. Prospective applicants should contact CCA directly for complete application information.
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