Care to Grow Childcare Grant Program
Shawnee Forward has been awarded a grant from the Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness (OPSR) as a part of their Preschool Development Grant Birth-to-Five (PDG B-5) initiative to launch “Care to Grow: Childcare Support for Workforce Strength.” This innovative initiative will provide financial relief for working parents while helping local businesses retain talent and strengthen the workforce.
With childcare costs and availability remaining a major hurdle for employees and employers alike, Care to Grow aims to bridge the gap. Through the program, Shawnee Forward member businesses will be eligible for up to $5,000 annually per employee to assist with childcare expenses.
To learn more about the challenges of childcare, download the comprehensive Childcare Workforce Toolkit. It is designed to equip employers and employees with the essential resources they need to navigate childcare challenges effectively.