Grantseekers
Early Childhood Grants
For the 2026 grant cycle, grant applications are open to nonprofit organizations whose primary focus is early childhood.
Early Childhood Program Support
These grants support the growth of creative and efficient services to at-risk children under six years old in Duval County, especially through early learning centers and support for parents and caregivers.
Grant Size: Up to $25,000
Deadline: March 4, 2026
Application is open in the Grantee Portal. Learn more below.
Eligibility:
- Nonprofit organizations with current 501(c)(3) status public charity or private operating foundation status, or religious institution
- 2-year work history
- Annual operating budget of $100,000 or above
- Located in and serving Duval County
We are not able to fund:
- Athletic associations
- Fundraising event sponsorships
- School-based organizations (PTAs, boosters, etc)
- Requests outside Duval County
- Programs promoting religious beliefs*
*Grants may be made to faith-based organizations for the non-religious programs offered to the broader community
A grant to LiftJax through The Community Foundation supported STEM coding curriculum for pre-Kindergarten students at the John Love Early Learning Center in the Historic Eastside. Photo: Duval County Public Schools
Important: The NEW Grantee Portal is here! Please visit our FAQ to learn more and create an account.
Timeline
- January 6, 2026: Grant application opens in the Grantee Portal.
- January 13, 2026 – February 27, 2026: Program staff are available for appointments in-person, virtually, or by phone to answer your questions. Please submit your appointment request here.
- March 4, 2026: Applications due by 11:59 PM
- June 1, 2026: Grant recipients notified
- June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028: Grant-funded projects must occur within this timeframe.
Download draft application here. This draft application is available for planning purposes only. Grant applications MUST be submitted through the Grantee Portal. No paper applications will be accepted.
Application opens on January 6, 2026.
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