The EXCEL Childcare Expansion Grant from United Way of Central Alabama funds facility improvements for DHR-licensed providers to expand high-quality early learning in Central Alabama.
Funder: United Way of Central Alabama
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per organization; one-time funding for facility expansion; funds must be spent within the grant period.
Summary: One-time grants for DHR-licensed childcare providers in Central Alabama to expand enrollment through facility improvements.
Key Information: Only existing or expanding DHR-licensed providers in select Central Alabama counties are eligible.
This grant, administered by United Way of Central Alabama, supports DHR-licensed childcare providers in Central Alabama who seek to expand their capacity for high-quality early learning. The initiative offers one-time funding for facility enhancements, safety repairs, and learning environment improvements, all aimed at enabling sustainable increases in enrollment. By empowering providers to upgrade their facilities, this program aims to boost access to affordable, quality childcare and strengthen the region’s early learning infrastructure.