Child Care Provider Assistance Grants

THIS PROGRAM IS CLOSED. NO NEW APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED AFTER FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024.

**ENDING FRIDAY, AUGUST 30TH** The last day to apply for this program is Friday, August 30, 2024. Applications posted after this date will not be eligible for review or award.

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners, through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, is looking to support Lincoln County based child care providers through grants, for either the expansion of existing child care operations or the creation of new child care businesses, in order to increase child care availability in our communities. The total amount allocated to this grant is $400,000. Eligible child care providers can apply for up to $15,000 for eligible expenses. Details on eligible expenses are provided within the application. Applications will be reviewed by a committee made up of child care business experts and advocates. Recommendations from the committee will go to Lincoln County for review and final decision. Questions about this grant can be directed to Shanelle Burch at sburch@co.lincoln.or.us


If you rent or lease the property in which you provide child care services, you are required to upload a statement of approval from your landlord to this application. Please have this statement (with verifiable contact information) ready for submission before beginning your application.


Please Note: Priority will be given to child care providers serving children 5 years of age and younger, where the current need is greatest.