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Find similar grantsEarly Childhood Continuum of Care grants is sponsored by Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This grant program supports partnerships between Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program (SWVPP) sites and licensed child care centers to offer seamless, full-day care for 4-year-olds.
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Early Childhood Continuum of Care Governor's Child Care webpage Partnership Examples (109. 18 KB) . pdf Early Childhood 2025 Legislation (webinar recorded on March 21, 2025) Early Childhood Continuum of Care Bidder's Conference (May 21, 2025) Early Childhood Continuum of Care Bidder's Conference (October 29, 2025) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) All questions are listed exactly as they were received.
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pdf The following acronyms and definitions can be found throughout Early Childhood Continuum of Care communication.
CCA- Child Care Assistance CCDF- Child Care and Development Fund CCNC- Child Care Nurse Consultant CCR&R- Child Care Resource and Referral ECI- Early Childhood Iowa HHS- Iowa Department of Health and Human Services SWVPP- Statewide Voluntary Preschool Programs CCA for the Child Care Workforce Pilot HHS is currently operating a pilot program in which individuals that work in direct care at a child care facility can apply for Child Care Assistance (CCA) without regard to family income.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Partnerships between Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program (SWVPP) sites and licensed child care centers in Iowa. The child care program must have an existing license. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $300,000 over three years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Early Childhood Continuum of Care grants is funded by Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Technology Grants (Iowa HHS Shared Services Project) is sponsored by Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). As part of the HHS Shared Services Project, technology grants are offered to support the implementation of Child Care Management Systems (CCMS) like brightwheel or Playground. Providers that fully expended an initial $1,000 grant may be eligible for a Phase 2 Technology Grant. Financial management consultants assist providers in assessing technology needs and determining grant amounts.
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