Seward Childcare Provider Startup Assistance Program

Childcare Provider Startup Assistance Program is administered by Happy Youth Programs and Educational Resources (HYPER) to increase the licensed childcare opportunities for Seward Families. HYPER will provide mentorship and funding to help get new childcare providers started.

 

  • The funding us up to $ on approved expenses.

  • -New programs to become fully registered/licensed through the State of Alaska; or programs that have become registered/licensed within 6 months of grant application.

    -State and local business licenses fee

    -Licensing compliance such as balance of funds needed for fencing, egress windows, indoor/outdoor equipment, materials, etc.

    -Business equipment such as a computer, printer, and/or software to manage business logistics.

    -Education and trainings to meet required hours for licensing through the State of Alaska.

  • -Liability or home/renter’s insurance

    -Non-childcare specific items for the program

    It is a reasonable expectation that purchases including shipping and handling are covered as part of the awarded funds. If awarded these funds, grantees will purchase the approved items and then submit the receipts for reimbursement or choose to have granting organization make the purchase and have the materials shipped directly to the program.

  • -Meet twice monthly with HYPER Program Developer for first 6 months following award

    -Meet monthly with HYPER Program Developer for 6 months following the first 6 months