Competitive multi-year grants for Illinois childcare providers to expand free Preschool for All programs serving 3- and 4-year-old children.

Monthly rolling grants for new and expanding licensed childcare providers in Nebraska for start-up costs, minor renovations, and equipment to increase capacity.

Annual grants for licensed rural North Dakota childcare facilities for start-up costs, equipment purchases, facility renovations, and one-time operational expenses.

$10,000 cash grants for small business owners who complete free online training through the Verizon Digital Ready platform. Reviewed monthly June–December 2026. 70 total awards.

Grants up to $25,000 for pre-licensed or newly licensed childcare start-up businesses in Connecticut. Covers equipment, supplies, and early operating costs.

National small business grants opening June 2026 for for-profit businesses in underserved communities, including licensed childcare providers. Awards from $2,500–$25,000.

Funding for Vermont childcare programs to add new infant, toddler, or preschool slots through facility improvements, equipment purchases, and workforce support.

Equipment grants for Minnesota licensed childcare centers to purchase and install security cameras required under new state law effective July 1, 2026.

$5,000 cash grants for women-majority-owned businesses at any stage, including for-profit childcare providers. Simple two-question application with no restrictions on fund use.

$2,500 quarterly cash grant for any U.S. registered small business owner over age 21, including for-profit childcare providers. Story-based application with a $15 application fee.

$30,000 grants for women-owned for-profit small businesses in the U.S., including childcare providers. Includes cash funding plus business coaching and mentorship.

Foundation grants for licensed childcare and early childhood education programs in western North Carolina. Both for-profit and nonprofit providers eligible.