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Building Early Education Fund – Small-Scale Grant Opportunity

Funding
Up to $20,000,000
Region
Commonwealth
Closing Date
29 May 2026

Overview

This grant provides capital funding to high-quality not-for-profit small providers to undertake construction for the delivery of new or expanded Centre-Based Day Care (CBDC) services. Funding is also available to not-for-profit providers to modify buildings to facilitate the provision of in-venue Family Day Care (FDC) in areas where no early childhood education and care (ECEC) is available.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be high-quality not-for-profit small providers. Eligibility criteria are detailed in section 4 of the Grant Opportunity Guidelines. Funding supports construction for new or expanded Centre-Based Day Care services or building modifications for in-venue Family Day Care provision.

Who Can Apply

Nonprofit

Relevant Industries

Childcare

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official government portal. Review the eligibility criteria carefully before applying, and ensure all supporting documents are prepared.

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