Child Care Infrastructure Fund Program Applications Open March 26th

As directed by the Oregon Legislature in House Bill 3005, Business Oregon is working with the Department of Early Learning and Care, other state agencies and private and non-profit entities to implement a grant and loan program to provide financial assistance for child care infrastructure activities. 

We are excited to announce that a second round of funding applications will be opening March 26th, 2025! This round will consist of $15,000,000 in grant funding for infrastructure projects that further the wellbeing of children and families in Oregon. 

The application will be posted and available on Business Oregon's website until the closing date, April 30th, 2025. The updated Guidelines and new RFGA are currently being translated and will be posted in the coming weeks.

Eligible Project Types: 
•    Minor Renovations/Repairs ($20,000 - $100,000) 
•    New Construction or Major Renovation ($100,001 - $2,000,000) 
•    Real Property Acquisition ($20,000 - $2,000,000)  

Note: Business Oregon is no longer able to fund stand-alone planning projects, however, planning costs can be included in an application for construction or renovations/repairs 

This fund is open to more than just current child care providers – municipalities, school districts/ESDs, tribes, businesses/nonprofits, and colleges/universities are also encouraged to apply! In addition, we will have another $25 million round coming later this year.