There is Still Time to Apply for the Child Care Stabilization Grant
Funds are available for your program!
Licensed or Registered
Early Childhood Centers and
Family Child Care Programs are Encouraged to Apply
The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is still accepting applications for the Child Care Stabilization Grant. The Grant aims to provide financial relief to child care providers to help cover unexpected costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, and to help stabilize their operations so they may continue to provide care. To streamline and simplify the application process, OCFS is offering a single online application.
Eligibility: To apply for a grant, child care providers must meet eligibility requirements, be in good standing and fall within one of these categories:
- OCFS licensed programs (DCC and GFDC)
- OCFS registered programs (SACC, FDC, or SDCC)
- NYCDOHMH permitted programs (Article 47)
- Enrolled Legally Exempt Group Programs (enrolled with enrollment agency) as of March 11, 2021
The deadline to submit the stabilization grant application is Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Watch testimonials from providers who received the grant:
- Helpful Links
- Statement of Grant Opportunity: English and Spanish / Español
- Dear Provider Letter: English and Spanish / Español
- OCFS website: Learn more about the eligibility requirements and view an application walkthrough
Questions?
Call the Stabilization Help Line at 844-863-9319
