Childcare Grants

749 foundations$2.8B total annual giving$10K median grant49 states with funders

Discover 749 grantmaking foundations funding childcare programs, with combined annual giving of $2.8B. The median grant size for childcare is $10K.

Childcare Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

749

Total Annual Giving

$2.8B

Total Assets Under Management

$18.3B

Median Grant Size

$10K

States with Funders

49

Total Grants on Record

0

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding childcare that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses in 0 days (Sep 27, 2026)Award: $100K – $5M

USDOE CEDS Implementation Grant Subaward Program

From Northeast Oregon Economic Development District

Workforce developmentHousingBusiness development+6 more

Who can apply: Eligible applicants are public and nonprofit entities. Proposed subrecipients must obtain formal approval from their board, council, or commission by the end of October 2026; secure and have available non-federal cash match equal to 6% of project costs; complete NEPA requirements; be able to cash-flow project costs until reimbursement; complete activities by September 30, 2031; comply with federal grant and subaward terms, conditions, reporting, Davis-Bacon requirements, and the Build America, Buy America Act where applicable. Audit and demonstrated federal grant or subaward administration experience may be prioritized.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)

Agency Grant Application (Four County Funded Partners / Allocations Grants)

From United Way of Mid Rural New York

Education / Youth OpportunityFinancial Security / Income StabilityHealth / Healthy Community+7 more

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations (agencies) with programs/services that align with UWMRNY impact areas and Community Impact committee priorities serving the four-county region. Applicants must create an account in the online application system; incomplete applications are not accepted.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)

Agency Partner

From Atlanta Community Food Bank

food accesshunger relieffood pantry support+2 more

Who can apply: Must be a 501(c)(3) public nonprofit organization, registered and in good standing with the Georgia Secretary of State, have an established community need, follow equal access requirements, maintain pest control requirements, operate a food/feeding program for six months or more, and food pantries must operate at least once per week and 20 hours per month or serve 50+ households per month. Priority is given to partners open on weekends and evenings and within the service area.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Oct 16, 2026)Award: Up to $10K

WSMA 2025-2026 Statewide Grant Program

From Washington State Microenterprise Association

Business trainingTechnical assistanceAccess to financing+23 more

Who can apply: Applicants must generally have IRS 501(c)(3) status or another eligible nonprofit or quasi-governmental designation; academic institutions are not eligible as applicants. The lead organization and all collaborating partners must have at least two years of experience providing comprehensive business training, technical assistance, or financing support; demonstrate collaboration with relevant and diverse stakeholders; be an Evergreen BizLink Resource Partner or have a profile submitted; and be able to serve at least 35 Washington-based unduplicated businesses during the grant period. The project must engage 2 to 5 strategic partners. The $10,000 request may not exceed 20% of the lead organization's prior actual budget.

Open nowCloses in 22 days (Oct 19, 2026)Award: $16K – $47K

Proactive Grants

From Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area

Student successEarly childhood educationReading and math skills+7 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be tax-exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, schools, municipalities, or other governmental entities serving a charitable purpose in the greater Holland/Zeeland area. Priority is given to proposals core to the applicant's mission, likely to have lasting impact, addressing inequities, and demonstrating organizational capacity through financial stability, leadership capacity, and a record of successful project or program delivery.

Open nowRolling / open intake

NW Kansas Cares for Kids — Early Childhood Education Facility Needs Grants

From Dane G Hansen Foundation

Early Childhood EducationChildcare FacilitiesCapital Improvements

Who can apply: Designed for nonprofit childcare centers or family childcare homes (formerly group homes) with physical needs. Specific eligibility requirements are not fully visible in the scraped content.

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Largest Childcare Foundations

EARLY LEARNING INDIANA INC

INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Annual Giving

$28.3M

Total Assets

$55.6M

Median Grant

$24K

P330Local
EPISCOPAL CHILDREN'S SERVICES INC

JACKSONVILLE, FL

Annual Giving

$25M

Total Assets

$20.1M

Median Grant

$69K

P330Local
AHOLD DELHAIZE USA FAMILY FOUNDATION INC

CARLISLE, PA

Annual Giving

$11.5M

Total Assets

$14.1M

Median Grant

$47K

P33Regional
Henry Booth House

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$9.6M

Total Assets

$3M

Median Grant

$314K

P330Local
Think Small

Saint Paul, MN

Annual Giving

$8.7M

Total Assets

$8.7M

Median Grant

$22K

P33ILocal
Carole Robertson Center for Learning

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$6.5M

Total Assets

$27.4M

Median Grant

$61K

P330Local
DAY CARE COUNCIL OF NEW YORK INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$6.1M

Total Assets

$10.2M

Median Grant

$22K

P33Local
CHILD CARE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INC

FT MYERS, FL

Annual Giving

$5.5M

Total Assets

$6M

Median Grant

$26K

P33ZLocal
Child Care Connection Inc DBA Thread

Anchorage, AK

Annual Giving

$4.2M

Total Assets

$4M

Median Grant

$34K

P33ZLocal
HEALTHY START OF NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA INC

GAINESVILLE, FL

Annual Giving

$3.6M

Total Assets

$2.3M

Median Grant

$397K

P33Local

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Where Childcare Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

New YorkView all
Foundations

78

Total Giving

$29.3M

FloridaView all
Foundations

49

Total Giving

$197.8M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

43

Total Giving

$52.4M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

43

Total Giving

$26.2M

Foundations

40

Total Giving

$13.5M

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

36

Total Giving

$21.3M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

36

Total Giving

$12.7M

Foundations

31

Total Giving

$10.1M

WisconsinView all
Foundations

26

Total Giving

$12.1M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

23

Total Giving

$7M

Foundations

21

Total Giving

$3.9M

VirginiaView all
Foundations

20

Total Giving

$20.7M

KansasView all
Foundations

20

Total Giving

$17.1M

MissouriView all
Foundations

18

Total Giving

$10.5M

IndianaView all
Foundations

18

Total Giving

$33.5M

Types of Foundations in Childcare

Family Foundation277 (37.0%)

$121.5M in annual giving

Independent Foundation164 (21.9%)

$96.7M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit62 (8.3%)

$66M in annual giving

Community Foundation36 (4.8%)

$36.1M in annual giving

Federated Fund34 (4.5%)

$12M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation31 (4.1%)

$2.6M in annual giving

Funding Intermediary29 (3.9%)

$128.1M in annual giving

Other116 (15.5%)

$2.3B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in Childcare

Median Grant Size

$10K

New Grantee Rate

36%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

81%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical Childcare foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 36% of Childcare foundations actively fund new organizations, and 81% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Childcare Grants

How many foundations fund childcare?
There are 749 grantmaking foundations that fund childcare programs across 49 states.
What is the median grant size for childcare?
The median grant from foundations funding childcare is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest childcare foundations?
The largest foundations funding childcare by annual giving include EARLY LEARNING INDIANA INC, EPISCOPAL CHILDREN'S SERVICES INC, AHOLD DELHAIZE USA FAMILY FOUNDATION INC, with combined giving of $64.7M.
Which states have the most childcare funders?
The states with the most childcare foundations are New York (78), Florida (49), Massachusetts (43). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find childcare grants for my nonprofit?
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