Atom | EXCEL (Expanding Childcare and Early Learning) Childcare Expansion Grant

Due Dates: April 16, 2026 (Full application deadline)

Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per organization; one-time funding for facility expansion; funds must be spent June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.

Summary: Supports DHR-licensed childcare providers in Central Alabama with one-time grants to expand enrollment through facility improvements.

Key Information: Only existing or expanding DHR-licensed providers in specific Central Alabama counties are eligible.

EXCEL (Expanding Childcare and Early Learning) Childcare Expansion Grant