New State Investment in Child Care and Early Education
Connecticut Budget Includes Additional Early Childhood Funding Connecticut’s recently approved state budget includes significant investments in child care and early childhood education programs. The funding is intended to help increase access to affordable child care, support providers, and strengthen services available to children and families throughout the state. State officials have identified early childhood education…
Grants Available for Early Childhood Providers
New Funding Opportunities Announced for Child Care Programs The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood has announced several funding opportunities designed to support licensed child care providers. Available programs include operational grants and facility improvement funding that can help providers maintain services, improve learning environments, and preserve access to care for Connecticut families.
Care 4 Kids Program Updates
Connecticut Continues Efforts to Expand Child Care Access The Care 4 Kids program remains an important resource for Connecticut families, helping eligible households offset the cost of child care. State leaders and early childhood advocates continue to discuss funding solutions and program improvements aimed at reducing waitlists and expanding access to affordable care for working…