Business Oregon is pleased to announce that the application portal for the Child Care Infrastructure Program will be opening on Thursday, August 15, 2024. The Child Care Infrastructure Program provides financial assistance for childcare infrastructure activities. Business Oregon is working with the Department of Early Learning and Care, other state agencies, and private and non-profit entities to implement this grant and loan program. This first round of funding will award a total of $10 million in grants to selected applicants.

The child care crisis in Oregon is a pressing issue that impacts not only families, but our workforce as well. Many parents struggle to find affordable and reliable child care, leading to countless economic and social repercussions. Beyond immediate expenses, the lack of adequate child care support brings hidden costs that affect businesses, families, and the broader economy. 

By Kathryn Mayer, Senior Specialist, B2C Content, Published by SHRM

Learn about Frontier Co-op’s effort to support working families through a renowned onsite child care program.

By BuildUp Oregon

An important deadline is coming up for projects co-locating affordable housing and child care that are seeking funding from BuildUp Oregon. Interest forms must be submitted prior to 5:00pm PDT on August 23, 2024.

In an effort to recognize child care providers across the state of Oregon for their exceptional work the Oregon Legislature has allocated an annual $500 payment to eligible child care providers in 2024 and 2025. Applications are accepted through October 15. 

The Child Care Infrastructure Program is a competitive statewide grant that supports child care providers and programs. The CCIF is focused on providing funds for the establishment, expansion, and improvements of child care facilities across the state.

The Department of Early Learning and Care is working with Business Oregon to provide technical assistance for the Child Care Infrastructure Fund, a grant program to provide financial assistance for child care infrastructure activities.

By Stephanie Ferguson, Director, Global Employment Policy & Special Initiatives. Published by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

There is a shortage of accessible and affordable childcare in the U.S., leaving many working parents without the support system they need to thrive in the workforce.

By FOX 12 Staff

A Forest Grove woman is working to restart a child care business she launched before the pandemic, and the FOX 12 Surprise Squad stepped in to help.