Governor Kim Reynolds announces a $5 million investment to expand 19 child care and preschool program partnerships in Iowa. This initiative aims to enhance access to full-day care for 4-year-olds, ensuring improved school readiness and support for working families. Learn more about the Continuum of Care grant program and its impact on Iowa's child care system.

Read More

 

Governor Kim Reynolds announced new grant awards for businesses across Iowa who are committed to expanding child care projects for their employees.

Read More

 

DHS shares details on Stabilization Grants and the Child Care Task Force Report.

Read More

 

DHS is pleased to announce that they will be able to continue offering the Basic Monthly Stipend, the Essential Employees Add-On and the Rejuvenation Grant for the month of September!

Read More

 

Many early care and education programs rely on some form of grants to stretch their dollar and make a bigger impact. Here are a few secrets funders do want you to know, so you can prepare a solid application.

Read More

 

With a focus on economic self-sufficiency for Iowa’s women and girls, IWF seeks grant applications from organizations in Iowa addressing barriers to economic self-sufficiency of women and girls: employment, childcare, housing, education/training, transportation, and mentorship.

Read More