Childcare

Mission: The Langlade County Dream Up! Childcare Taskforce is committed to ensuring every family in our community has access to quality, regulated childcare. Our mission is to maintain existing regulated childcare slots, expand childcare options, and secure sustainable funding support for providers. By fostering collaboration and advocacy, we aim to create a thriving, accessible childcare environment that empowers families and strengthens the economic vitality of Langlade County.. To learn more about this Early Childhood/Dream Up team, please contact Childcaring and visit the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation Facebook page.

Round 4 – Child Care Dream Up! Grant: November 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025

The Langlade County Dream Up! Team has funding available to support early childhood education! Grants are intended to aid regulated child care programs with continuing education, professional development, staff retention, staff recruitment, costs associated with starting a new child care program, minor renovations, or program expansion. Final award amount may be based on overall participation.  www.childcaring.org/dreamup/

Timeline:

• • Application Due: December 6, 2024
  • Notice of Award: emailed by December 16, 2024
  • Awards Granted: Notification sent to bank for payment by December 30, 2024
  • Report with Receipts Due: January 31, 2025