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Find similar grantsFY27 Round 3 open to renewals only; renewal requirements due Nov 13, 2026; appeal deadline Nov 30, 2026. No new applicants.
Illinois Smart Start Workforce Grants is sponsored by Illinois Department of Human Services - Division of Early Childhood. Provides stable funding to child care centers and family child care programs to support wages and improve workforce retention.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Licensed Illinois child care centers and family child care homes operating full-day, full-year with CCAP-funded enrollment. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $3,250 quarterly per classroom (centers); $2,250 quarterly base (FCC). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Illinois Smart Start Workforce Grants are due November 13, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Illinois Smart Start Workforce Grants is funded by Illinois Department of Human Services - Division of Early Childhood. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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