Child and Family Services Funding from Costco Foundation
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary program needs in communities where Costco operates. Child care and early childhood organizations may be eligible if their work fits these priorities and demonstrates measurable outcomes, community collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Vermont Innovative Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Vermont with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs may be eligible for support, including child care–related initiatives. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations that are pioneering new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues; interested groups can begin with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Vermont
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting child care, early childhood development, and youth welfare programs in Vermont can seek up to US $15,000 for projects serving children’s health, education, and enrichment. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, Dan Paul Foundation funds initiatives like child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and refugee youth enrichment, with no geographic restrictions.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Vermont Child Care Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Nonprofit and mission-driven early-stage child care and youth-serving organizations in Vermont can seek up to US $300,000 to scale innovative services for underserved children and families. Focused on bold, scalable social and environmental solutions, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation supports independent entities with proven impact and strong plans to expand their reach.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Solutions
Vermont nonprofit child care and youth-serving organizations using technology to tackle education, crisis response, or economic empowerment challenges can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation, with awards up to US $100,000. Programs must primarily serve economically underserved communities and focus on innovative, tech-enabled solutions that expand access, build skills, or strengthen resilience.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Vermont Safety
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Vermont can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support programs like disaster preparedness, affordable housing, financial literacy, STEM and K-12 education, and community revitalization that may benefit nonprofit child care centers and the families they serve.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Vermont Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Vermont and across the U.S. that provide arts, culture, or science programming—especially for young people—can apply for more than US $100,000 to support programs or capital needs. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation may benefit child-serving organizations offering arts education, STEAM initiatives, or artist development that reach large audiences.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Hearst Foundation Support for Vermont Social Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. providing direct social services, including programs that may benefit child care and family stability in Vermont, can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes efforts addressing chronic poverty, economic independence, youth development, housing, and related family services with proven, scalable impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Health Grants in Vermont
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) child care and youth-serving organizations in Vermont that provide health, welfare, education, or community services may be eligible for support from the Labcorp Charitable Foundation. Funding can assist food pantries, healthcare and patient services for underserved families, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives that benefit children and their communities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Vermont Child Care Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofit and social enterprise child care and early education providers in Vermont working on education or children’s health can apply for project or scaling support of more than US $50,000. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports organizations serving urban low-income children in the U.S., India, and South Africa, prioritizing measurable impact and not exceeding set portions of project or operating budgets.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Child Services
Nonprofit, accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, or arts programs in Vermont and worldwide can seek philanthropic project support; child care and child welfare initiatives may be eligible. Grants from La Roche help organizations deliver sustainable development projects that leverage Roche expertise, engage employees, and collaborate with local authorities and established partners.
La Roche, Inc.
Vermont Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing child care or related educational, medical, or scientific services can access funding through Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for charitable programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt under federal law and, when applicable, California law, with projects that significantly benefit their target populations.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Vermont working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion can seek sponsorship support for programs and events. Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides regional U.S. sponsorships that may benefit nonprofit child care centers advancing economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Education and Arts Funding for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can receive up to US $10,000 in support for education, social justice, health, arts, ethical journalism, or climate research, including general operating costs. Cowles Charitable Trust primarily favors Downstate New York and South Florida, but occasionally funds mission-aligned national efforts, which may include Vermont child care providers with relevant programming.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Child and Youth Funding from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) child and youth service organizations in Vermont and beyond can receive US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support programs for children’s welfare, education, and basic needs. Hansen Family Foundation provides funding to smaller charities worldwide that advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, including humanitarian, environmental, animal, and arts initiatives that benefit children and families.
Hansen Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Family Services Grants in Vermont
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) child care and family service organizations in Vermont that have operated for more than three years can seek single-year project funding for children and families, education, poverty relief, and related services. The Robinson Foundation supports Southern U.S. charities, so Vermont-based programs serving communities below the Mason-Dixon line may be eligible.
Robinson Foundation
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Vermont may be eligible for this flexible support. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides funding that could help nonprofit child care centers whose programs also advance community well-being or environmental stewardship as part of their mission.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Vermont Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can access funding for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes organizations located within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community and projects that enhance the long-term well-being and sustainability of those communities, which may include child care services.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Vermont Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Vermont located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. TJX Foundation supports child- and family-serving nonprofits, so child care centers offering wraparound services may be eligible if they meet its mission and guidelines.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Child care program funding for nonprofits via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) child care providers and related human services organizations in Vermont can seek US $5,000 - US $10,000 in unrestricted program or operating support from the Lawrence Foundation. This private family foundation funds environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other charitable work, with no geographic restrictions and flexibility for reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Vermont Community Program Funding via Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Vermont seeking support for community-based programs, education, arts, health facilities, or environmental initiatives can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation considers IRS-qualified U.S. nonprofits, so child care providers with eligible youth or family services may be competitive applicants.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs and Community Grants from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants to support hunger relief, housing, economic stability, arts access, and related services. Vermont child care centers with eligible programs, strong outcomes, and Ameriprise volunteer engagement may be competitive, especially those near Ameriprise employee hubs or operating nationally.
Ameriprise Financial
Vermont Child Care Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) child care and early childhood organizations in Vermont can seek one-year project funding for education, social services, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental initiatives. Dr Scholl Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with US $5,000 - US $25,000, which may benefit nonprofit child care centers integrating these focus areas into their programs.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Early Childhood and Family Support Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing early childhood development, child care, family support, or related health and social services can access funding through the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. Organizations serving underserved families with needs like poverty, literacy, health access, or disaster relief in O'Reilly Auto Parts communities may be eligible.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Services Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs for underserved youth and families, including child care and related services in Vermont, can seek funding to support education, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship projects. Chick Fil A Foundation provides US $30,000 - US $350,000 grants through its True Inspiration Awards for impactful community initiatives across eligible locations.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Support for Vermont Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Vermont that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can seek recognition and support through the Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations that measurably improve lives and address significant social issues, which may include child care services and related community programs.
Mutual Of America Foundation