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Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII)
Supports child care quality and innovation in NYC
Last Update: May 8, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The initiative provides up to $100 million to improve child care quality and innovation in New York City. It supports work that expands access, improves quality, and strengthens early learning and development opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Expanding child care access and affordability in underserved neighborhoods.
- Improving child care quality through coaching, training, and professional development for early childhood educators.
- Supporting early learning and development programs for young children.
- Informing policies, improving services, and strengthening child care infrastructure.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community-based organizations.
- Research organizations.
- Advocacy organizations.
- Grassroots organizations.
- Government agencies.
Eligible geographic areas
- New York City
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII)?
The initiative provides up to $100 million to improve child care quality and innovation in New York City. It supports work that expands access, improves quality, and strengthens early learning and development opportunities.
What expenses are eligible under Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII)?
Expanding child care access and affordability in underserved neighborhoods.
Improving child care quality through coaching, training, and professional development for early childhood educators.
Supporting early learning and development programs for young children.
Informing policies, improving services, and strengthening child care infrastructure.
Who can I contact for more information about the Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII)?
You can contact Robin Hood Foundation (RF) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII) available?
The Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII) program is available across Canada.
Is the Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII)?
Child Care Quality and Innovation Initiative (CCQII) is funded by Robin Hood Foundation (RF)