Creag Foundation Grants for Delaware Innovation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs in Delaware can apply for Creag Foundation support. Child care providers that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are testing new approaches to social issues may be considered, beginning with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Funding from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting child care, early childhood development, or youth welfare can seek up to US $15,000 for programs serving children’s health, education, and enrichment, including in Delaware. Focused on youth development and basic needs, the Dan Paul Foundation supports projects like child advocacy, homelessness services, clean air and water education, and refugee enrichment.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Scalable Impact
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first organizations in Delaware tackling social, environmental, or child care services challenges can receive up to US $300,000 in flexible funding and intensive capacity-building support. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation backs post-pilot, pre-scale ventures serving underserved communities with scalable models across priority regions including the U.S.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in Delaware can apply for State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship grants to support safety, education, and community development initiatives. Child care centers with programs in areas like home safety, disaster preparedness, financial literacy, or K–12 education may be eligible.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Support for Cultural Programs
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. offering arts, science, or arts education programs, especially those engaging youth, can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation supports culture in Delaware and nationwide; large, well-established organizations serving broad populations may be eligible, including those with arts experiences for children and families.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Delaware Community Health Funding via Labcorp
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware working in health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs like child care support, food pantries, STEM activities, or preventative healthcare. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based nonprofits to apply for grants that may benefit nonprofit child care centers and the families they serve.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability in Delaware may be eligible for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. U.S. organizations must have a federal TIN and request at least $50,000 for qualifying programs serving urban low-income children and youth.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Grants for Delaware Child Care
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing early childhood education or child care services in Delaware communities where PNC operates can seek funding for programs serving children birth to age five, especially from low- to moderate-income families. Grants from PNC Foundation help child care and early learning providers expand classroom programs, educator training, and family engagement initiatives.
PNC Foundation
Delaware Child Services Funding via Roche
Nonprofit child care and child-focused organizations in Delaware can seek support for humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, and arts initiatives that benefit children and families. Grants from Roche help accredited charities worldwide deliver sustainable development projects, so Delaware programs that fit these priorities and work through a local Roche affiliate may be eligible.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Education Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Delaware nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services to children and families can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support marginalized communities. Programs such as child welfare, children’s health, literacy, food access, and related social services may be eligible, alongside similar efforts in other countries where the foundation works.
Semnani Family Foundation
Delaware Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can apply for funding that must be used in the U.S. With a mission to strengthen broad-impact services, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides tax-exempt organizations with grants that materially benefit their target populations, which may include child care services.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Grants for Delaware Communities
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Delaware can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support to advance economic mobility, basic needs, workforce development, and community development. Child care centers serving low- and moderate-income families may be eligible, especially when programs address housing stability, hunger, job readiness, arts, environment, or diversity and inclusion in their communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Hansen Family Foundation Child Welfare Grants in Delaware
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) child care and child welfare organizations in Delaware can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support children’s services and related programs. U.S.-based nonprofits with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% working in youth or child-focused care may be eligible.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations can receive more than US $50,000 to develop storytelling projects that highlight their impact in preservation, education, or wellness. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant may benefit Delaware child care and early childhood education programs working within these focus areas.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Delaware Child and Family Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) child care and family-serving organizations in Delaware that have operated for more than three years can seek single-year program funding for children and families, education, poverty relief, and related services. Robinson Foundation supports Southern-region charities, emphasizing tangible, meaningful impact and direct results rather than capital or facilities projects.
Robinson Foundation
Community Services Funding from Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Delaware may be eligible for philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to support key programs and fundraising events. Focused on community involvement, Insperity invites charities connected to its employees, client base, or local communities to apply once per year; child care centers meeting these criteria may benefit.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Delaware Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Grants may benefit nonprofit child care centers whose programs align with these areas, supporting organizations that respect people, the environment, and life in an ever-changing world.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities supporting education, community enrichment, environment, or entrepreneurship in Delaware communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities may be eligible for this funding. Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects within 30 miles of its manufacturing communities that strengthen long-term well-being and sustainability, which can include child care and family-supportive services.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Family Support Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near Delaware TJX locations that support basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence survivors can apply for TJX Foundation’s community grants. Child care centers and youth programs may be eligible if they are within 15 miles of a TJX site, align with TJX’s mission, and meet nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Delaware Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries can access funding for environmental and human services programs through the Lawrence Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 are available nationally, including Delaware, for general operating or project support, with flexibility for reasonable indirect costs that fit the foundation’s priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Delaware Child and Youth Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
With a mission to help smaller nonprofits, the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Delaware organizations with grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000 for museums, cultural programs, schools, hospitals, and community services. Nonprofit child care and youth-focused centers may be eligible if they are IRS-qualified and based in the U.S.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s Community Grants to support programs like hunger relief, shelter, economic development, and adult self-sufficiency. Delaware child care organizations that also provide food, housing support, financial education, or job readiness services may be eligible if they meet all requirements.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Child Care Grants in Delaware
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware seeking project support for education, social services, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental programs may be eligible for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help child care and related service providers fund one-year initiatives within its broad charitable priorities.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Delaware Child Care
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving quality of life for underserved children and families in Delaware can seek project, operating, or capital support for child care, early childhood development, health, and family services. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. community-based programs in areas like economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth with education, housing, food security, or environmental programs in Delaware may be eligible for grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Chick Fil A Foundation supports child- and family-focused initiatives in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, United Kingdom, and Singapore through its True Inspiration Awards program.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Partnership Awards for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award. Focused on collaborative solutions to significant social issues, this national recognition may benefit Delaware child care providers whose cross-sector partnerships measurably improve outcomes for children and families.
Mutual Of America Foundation