The First 5 Sonoma County Commission has developed the Early Care and Education Facility Grant Program with funding from the American Rescue Plan, in partnership with the City of Santa Rosa. The Commission seeks to leverage $2.7 million to support the capital needs of the City of Santa Rosa’s Early Care and Education business sector and increase access to high-quality child care options for working families.
Early Care and Education Facilities Grant Letters of Intent will be accepted beginning October 10th, 2022. The opportunity to submit a Letter of Intent will close on November 4th, 2022.
The First 5 Sonoma County Commission will invite entities that meet all eligibility requirements to complete the Early Care and Education Facilities Grant Application. Applications will require bids and will be accepted beginning December 5th, 2022. The period to submit a completed application will close on January 27th, 2023.