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Rolling — 2026 Cycle

USA: New York State

New York's certified minority, women, veteran, and LGBTQ+-owned businesses are eligible for up to $5,000 in unrestricted grants through a rolling state program — and childcare owners qualify.

Small Business Grant; New York State; Women; Minority; Veteran; LGBTQ+

Annual Cycle — 2026

USA: Colorado

A Colorado-based family foundation is funding early childhood education capital projects — grants support facilities and infrastructure for programs caring for children from birth through age 5.

Early Childhood Education; Colorado; Capital Grant; Nonprofit

Quarterly Deadlines — Next Deadline: Q3 2026 | Four Grant Cycles Per Year

USA (National); International

A national foundation awards quarterly grants to nonprofits advancing the rights and well-being of women, girls, and LGBTQI communities — including organizations providing childcare and family services.

Women; Girls; LGBTQI; Nonprofit; National; Quarterly

Q2 Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

USA (National)

A leading digital payments brand is handing out $20,000 grants to small businesses with lean teams — the Q2 window is open right now and childcare owners are eligible.

Small Business Grant; For-Profit; National

Rolling Applications | Live Drawings Held Twice Weekly Throughout 2026

USA (National)

A small business tools platform is awarding $1,000 grants to entrepreneurs in live drawings held twice a week — quick to apply, no purchase required, and childcare owners qualify.

Small Business Grant; For-Profit; Rolling; National

Monthly Rolling Applications | December Annual Award: $25,000

USA (National)

Every month, a foundation picks a woman entrepreneur with a compelling story and puts $10,000 in her hands — with a special $25,000 award waiting in December.

Women Business Owners; Monthly Grant; National; For-Profit

Rolling — 2026 Cycle

USA (National)

A national business formation company is covering startup costs for mothers launching businesses — a rolling opportunity for moms building childcare programs who need help with first steps.

Women Business Owners; Mothers; National; Startup Grant

Monthly Rolling Deadline Throughout 2026 | Two Recipients Selected Monthly

USA (National)

A monthly $1,000 grant and mentorship combo is being awarded to ambitious women entrepreneurs — two winners selected each month, with a quick application and no lengthy paperwork.

Women Business Owners; Monthly Grant; National; For-Profit

Application Deadline: September 26, 2026

USA: Texas

A competitive grant rewarding women-led businesses in the Lone Star State with $5,000 to fuel their next big move — applications are open and the September clock is ticking.

Women Business Owners; Small Business Grant; Texas; For-Profit

Application Deadline: June 16, 2026 | Awards Announced: 2027

USA (National); International

An elite global competition for impact-driven women entrepreneurs is now open — with up to six figures in prize funding for top finalists, and the window closes in June.

Women Business Owners; Startup Grant; National; For-Profit

Rolling Application Window: July 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027

USA: Wisconsin

A Wisconsin philanthropic foundation awards up to $5,000 to local organizations helping children thrive — rolling applications open July 1 for the new grant cycle.

Youth Development; Childcare; Wisconsin; Nonprofit

Rolling Applications

USA: Ohio

Ohio is channeling state stabilization funds to childcare providers adding infant and toddler slots — rolling applications are open for licensed centers ready to expand.

Childcare Expansion; Ohio; Infant Toddler; For-Profit; Nonprofit

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