Who Can Apply for Grants?

Providers can apply once a year (providers in the CCS database are notified when grants are available)
Licensed and license-exempt centers, family child care homes, and Group Family Homes listed in the CCS Database who are currently caring for children
Licensed and license-exempt centers listed in the CCS Database who are currently caring for children

How much will maximum grant amounts be in Grant Year 2007/2008?

Programs that are accredited and programs that complete a self-study or assessment will be able to apply for a higher funding amount than in previous years. Programs that are accredited may elect to complete a self-assessment if they so choose.
Providers that are not accredited and do not complete a self-assessment will be able to apply for a grant, but at a lesser maximum amount than in previous years.

Provider Type Provider not accredited and no completed assessment Provider is accredited and/or has completed self-assesment
Maximum Grant Amount
Licensed Exempt FCC Homes
$750.00
$1500.00
Licensed FCC Homes
$1000.00
$2000.00
Licensed Group Homes
$1300.00
$2600.00
Licensed & License-Exempt Centers:
50 or less
$2700.00
$5400.00
51 - 100
$5400.00
$10,800.00
101 +
$8000.00
$16,000.00

Note: Amounts represent maximum funding allowed. Programs may be fully or partially funded. All awards subject to available funds.

What types of things can providers request?

Facility Improvements such as fences, egress (exit) windows, etc.
Children's Equipment such as cribs, child size tables and chairs, outdoor equipment, etc. Children's materials such as books, puzzles, manipulatives,etc.
Practitioner Resources such as business computers, professional development resources, etc.

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