Apply through OKDHS to receive federal relief funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
As part of President Biden’s $1.9 trillion emergency relief bill, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), states are receiving $39 billion for childcare relief, and Oklahoma has received $360 million in funding to allocate as grants to licensed child care programs.
Learn MoreOur goal is to provide as many Oklahoma care programs as much funding as possible. So long as a provider is licensed with OKDHS, they are eligible to be awarded an ARPA grant. Grant size varies based upon childcare size and operating expenses.
The application process is straightforward and designed to deliver grant funds directly to Oklahoma child care programs.
The application process is straightforward and designed to deliver grant funds directly to Oklahoma childcares.
Visit our FAQ page for more information about the program and application process. →
