Early Childcare Initiative Grant Application
The purpose of the Early Childcare Initiative Grant is to fund identified community needs for childcare centers. Funding is to be used to supplement the wage gap, bumping the hourly rate up as close to $15 per hour (Teachers' Assistants) and $18 per hour (Lead Teachers) as possible.
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Download the Early Childcare Initiative Grant Policy and Application HERE
2. Complete the application (incomplete applications will not be accepted - do not leave blanks, enter N/A if not applicable)
3. Email completed application for your organization to Michelle Groopman at Mgroopman@unitedwaysalina.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 7, 2025 at 12:00PM (CST)
If you have any questions on the application process or about the Early Childcare Initiative Fund and/org Grant, please email Michelle Groopman, our Early Childcare Initiative Director, at mgroopman@unitedwaysalina.org. Let's continue to Strengthen Our Community!