WORKFORCE RETENTION GRANT

APPLICATION OPEN: 07/26/2023 | APPLICATION CLOSED: 09/15/2023

On May 31, 2023, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $500 million investment in the FY 2024 budget for the Workforce Retention Grant Program. The program supports up to 150,000 child care workers with bonus payments ranging from $2,300 to $3,000. Eligible programs include OCFS-licensed school-age child care, day care centers, family day care homes, group family day care homes, small day care centers, and Article 47 group day care centers permitted by DOHMH. Funding assists in staff retention, recruitment, and other vital initiatives.

 
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Workforce Retention Grant - Additional Payment Tip Sheet

WRG Additional Payment Tip Sheet

UPDATED! Expense Report Info Session Powerpoint Slides - Workforce Retention Grant

Expense report info session PowerPoint slides | SLIDES UPDATED FEBRUARY 2024

Workforce Retention Grant - Resources & Frequently Asked Questions

Expense report resources and FAQ

Expense Report Info Session - Workforce Retention Grant

Information session dates for December 2023 and January - February 2024

Application Information Session - Workforce Retention Grant

Navigate the grant application process plus Q&A

Workforce Retention Grant Application Application Video Walkthrough

Overview of how to navigate the grant application with Q&A regarding the application process.

Workforce Retention Grant Information Session Slideshow

The powerpoint slides are here!

Free Workforce Retention Grant Application Information Sessions

Overview of how to navigate the grant application with Q&A regarding the application process.