The following funding opportunities are being made available to child care workers and programs affected by the COVID-19 crisis. To learn more about each option, scroll down and find the corresponding heading for a more detailed description.
Early Childhood Continuum of Care
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Early Childhood 2025 Legislation (webinar recorded on March 21, 2025)
Early Childhood Continuum of Care Bidder's Conference (May 21, 2025)
Early Childhood Continuum of Care Bidder's Conference (October 29, 2025)
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Early Childhood Continuum of Care questions 3.20.25
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The following acronyms and definitions can be found throughout Early Childhood Continuum of Care communication.
Acronyms (alphabetical)
CCA- Child Care Assistance
CCDF- Child Care and Development Fund
CCNC- Child Care Nurse Consultant
CCR&R- Child Care Resource and Referral
ECI- Early Childhood Iowa
HHS- Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
SWVPP- Statewide Voluntary Preschool Programs
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HHS is currently operating a pilot program in which individuals that work in direct care at a child care facility can apply for Child Care Assistance (CCA) without regard to family income. For additional details please see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document.