ARPA Stabilization Grant for Child Care Providers
The American Rescue Plan allocated money to support childcare providers in the form of a Stabilization Grant. $488M was allocated to the program in Virginia and the grant is currently accepting applications. Click here for more information and application details.
The grants are available to two groups:
- Providers that were licensed, registered, or otherwise regulated as of March 11, 2021.
- Providers that are approved childcare subsidy program vendors (even if they were licensed after March 11, 2021).
The Virginia Early Childhood Foundation recently presented a webinar that explained the details of the grant. A recording of the webinar can be found here and a copy of the powerpoint can be found here.
Types of Child Care Businesses
There are several types of child care businesses in the City of Alexandria. All require a City Business License and must meet specific requirements. Information provided by the City of Alexandria is as follows:
- Types of Child Care
- Information on Becoming a Child Care provider
- Standards for Family Child Care Homes
Regulations
The City of Alexandria Zoning Ordinance also has specific regulations regarding child care homes.
City SUP Application and Child Care Supplement
- SUP Application Link
- Child Care FAQs
- Child Care Assistance
- Tips on Choosing Child Care and a Checklist
More resources are available in the Child Care section of our Interactive Resource Library.