Wyoming Childcare Provider Start-Up Grants
For general program questions:
Micah Richardson
micah@wycf.org
For questions about the online
application:
Megan Landre
meganl@wycf.org
307.721.8300
The Wyoming Community Foundation is offering funding intended to increase the number of childcare slots available for Wyoming families.
Funding may be used to support a wide array of needs, however applicants should prioritize those items essential to opening or expanding their services, such as safety equipment, furniture, or facility improvements, before requesting enhancements like technology or play/educational materials.
Examples of requests include, but aren't limited to:
- Renovations that allow for increased capacity and/or which increase safety and health
- Push bar exits
- Replacing doorknobs
- Egress windows
- Fencing
- Green space
- Deck renovations
- Kitchen equipment
- Modifications to assist children and families with disabilities
- Child health and safety proofing items, such as approved safe sleep surfaces, gates, locks for cabinets or unsafe spaces, approved covers for fireplaces, food handling and storage items
Eligible applicants include:
- In-home childcare business start-ups, particularly those serving a community with no or limited childcare options
- Existing providers looking to expand capacity, particularly those serving a community with no or limited childcare options
Award ceiling: $10,000
Project period: Funding must be fully
expended or obligated by January 1, 2026.
Applicants will be automatically connected with free technical support services from Wyoming Early Childhood Professional Learning Collaborative, Wyoming Small Business Development Center, and the Wyoming Women's Business Center.
Links to a sample application, and the online application portal are available on the program website.
Applications will be accepted until funds are expended.
For complete information about funding programs, including your
application status, please contact funders directly. Summaries are provided
for your convenience only. RHIhub does not take part in application processes
or monitor application status.