Funding Opportunities

United Way Fund for Quality Early Childhood Education

In 2008, in partnership with the United Way of Windham County, Windham Child Care Association began awarding grants to early educators for professional development and program enrichment.  If you are interested in applying for a United Way Fund grant, below are PDFs of the application materials. If you have any questions, contact Nancy Witherill at 254-5332 extension 312 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

  • Cover letter (PDF)
  • United Way Grant for Program Enrichment (PDF)
  • United Way Grant for Program Improvement (PDF)
  • United Way Grant for Professional Development (PDF)
  • United Way Grant for College Courses (PDF)
  • United Way Grant for Collaborative Events (PDF)
  • Funding for College Coursework (PDF)
  • Filing for Financial Assistance (PDF)

Vermont Community Loan Fund

This fund has low-interest loans available for family and center-based child care programs.  Windham Child Care Association will assist you with the application process.  For more information, visit VCLF’s web site.