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Page was published November 2023 and states OEC was 'getting ready to offer grants,' directing applicants to ctbuildschildcare.org. ARPA funding source suggests this cycle is likely closed.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) Grants is a grant program administered by the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) on behalf of the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood that funds construction, renovation, and quality improvement projects at child care facilities statewide.
With $13 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, the program aims to increase infant and toddler care capacity, expand preschool access in childcare deserts, and improve the overall quality of early care environments. Eligible applicants include all licensed child care providers in Connecticut — centers, family child care homes, and group child care homes — as well as providers in the process of becoming licensed.
Priority is given to projects in high-need areas with low child care availability.
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Connecticut Early Childhood Facilities Construction and Renovation Grant Program - Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Policy and Procedures (Former Regulations) Policy Manual Development Care 4 Kids Feedback Form Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Early Childhood Facilities Construction and Renovation Grant Program State-Funded Early Care and Education Programs News — Programs and Services Connecticut Early Childhood Facilities Construction and Renovation Grant Program The Office of Early Childhood (OEC), through the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), is getting ready to offer grants to child care programs for construction, renovation, and quality improvement projects.
We have $13 million in funding available from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Funding will be open to all licensed providers in Connecticut — child care centers, family child care homes, and group child care homes — as well as providers in the process of becoming licensed. Making child care easier to access This grant is designed to boost the availability of child care in the state.
Specifically, the goals are to increase: Capacity for infant and toddler care Preschool capacity in preschool deserts Overall quality of early care environments We’re giving priority to projects located in areas of high need and areas with low availability (childcare deserts). We’re also distributing funding equitably across providers and regions of the state.
Learn more and apply for the grant Our partner the Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC) is managing this funding. Visit LISC’s grant website to get details about eligibility, the application process, and more. Last updated November 21, 2023
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: All licensed child care providers in Connecticut — centers, family child care homes, and group child care homes — as well as providers in the process of becoming licensed. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $13,000,000 total (ARPA-funded). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) Grants (administered by LISC) is funded by Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) through Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Connecticut. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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