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Early Childhood Education Grant is sponsored by Ohio Department of Children and Youth (formerly Ohio Department of Education). The Early Childhood Education Grant (now known as the Ohio Preschool Program) provides high-quality early learning services to preschool-age children in Ohio, aiming to prepare them for kindergarten success.
It is awarded to early care and education programs that demonstrate meeting high-quality standards by having a Silver or Gold rating in Step Up to Quality, Ohio's quality rating system.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Existing high-quality early learning programs with a current license from the Ohio Department of Children and Youth, in open status, and in good standing, typically with a Silver or Gold rating in Step Up to Quality. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Early Childhood Education Grant is funded by Ohio Department of Children and Youth (formerly Ohio Department of Education). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Early Childhood Education Emergency Grant is a grant from First 5 Alameda County that funds urgent repairs and upgrades for early care and education facilities serving infants and toddlers in Alameda County, California. Funded through Measure C, awards reach up to $150,000 per site for family child care providers (approximately 50 awards) and up to $350,000 per site for child care centers (approximately 20 awards). Eligible expenses include roof repairs, HVAC fixes, safety fencing, infant-safe flooring, and dedicated outdoor spaces for younger children. The application deadline is June 30, 2026. Eligible applicants are nonprofit child care centers and family child care providers operating in Alameda County, with priority given to providers caring for infants and toddlers.
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