Infant and Toddler Programs Grant (Los Angeles)

Infant and Toddler Programs Grant (Los Angeles) is sponsored by EarlyJ. EarlyJ is seeking proposals from Jewish preschools in the Los Angeles area to establish new infant and toddler classrooms or expand existing ones.

Request for Proposal: Infant and Toddler Programs – EarlyJ Expanding Infant and Toddler Programs in LA Jewish Preschools EarlyJ is seeking proposals from Jewish preschools in the Los Angeles area in either establishing new infant and toddler classrooms or expanding existing ones.

This grant is intended to support Jewish preschools in the Los Angeles area in either establishing new infant and toddler classrooms or expanding existing ones. Our goal is to increase capacity by investing in the necessary physical infrastructure to support high-quality care for children ages 0-2.

We believe that engaging families early in their child’s journey through high-quality infant and toddler care is key to fostering lifelong Jewish identity, building strong community connections, and creating continuity in Jewish ECE. Opening infant and toddler care presents a valuable opportunity to address enrollment challenges while meeting the evolving needs of families.

We understand the unique dynamics of early childhood programs and are committed to supporting preschools in expanding their reach, increasing enrollment, and fostering meaningful early family engagement. Funding must be used to create or expand a preschool’s infant and/or toddler program to increase overall preschool enrollment.

Proposals may include the following components: Renovating or expanding existing spaces or constructing new rooms/spaces to meet licensing and safety requirements for infant and toddler care Creating or upgrading outdoor play areas designed specifically for infants and toddlers, including developmentally appropriate equipment and safety features Purchasing age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, and materials to create a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment Supporting licensing fees and compliance needs related to infant/toddler program approval Providing professional development to help new educators succeed in an infant/toddler setting We invite interested Jewish preschools to complete the form, which will serve as their letter of intent (LOI) and includes the following components: Organization name, contact information, and overview Preschool vision for infant/toddler expansion.

Please address the following: Do you currently serve infants or toddlers? Are you planning to launch a new class or expand existing ones? Do you have available or potential space for an infant/toddler classroom?

What is the status of your licensing or plans to obtain infant/toddler licensing? What is the projected capacity for each infant/toddler class? Do you anticipate reaching full capacity?

How will this expansion increase your enrollment? What percentage of new children do you estimate will be Jewish or identify as Jewish? What is your intended timeline for this expansion?

Existing and new Jewish nonprofit preschools located in Los Angeles Area Preschools with a demonstrated commitment to high-quality Jewish ECE Preschools with a clear plan to increase enrollment and impact through infant/toddler programming Funds from EarlyJ are contingent upon the preschool obtaining all necessary licensing and regulatory approvals The LOI form can be submitted any time before July 21, 2025 by 10:00 AM PT .

Individual Zoom meetings with the preschools will occur July 28-31, 2025, then applicants selected to move forward will be invited to submit full proposals due by August 19, 2025 by 10:00 AM PT . Funding decisions will be made by September 15, 2025 . Grants ranging between $10,000-$100,000 will be considered.

Please contact Maayan Sorek, EarlyJ’s Director of Operations, with any questions: msorek@earlyj. org.