Advancing Food and Childcare Systems in Rural Georgia: Childcare Access and Nutrition Systems (CANS) Grant Program
ID: 356939Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC)

Award Range

$100K - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356939

Additional Information

scrc.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) is offering the Childcare Access and Nutrition Systems (CANS) Grant Program to enhance food systems and childcare services in Dougherty and Upson counties, Georgia. This initiative aims to address food insecurity and improve access to childcare for families, with a total funding pool of $5 million available for grants ranging from $100,000 to $1 million. The program is critical for supporting economic development in rural areas, particularly in light of Georgia's financial distress, and encourages collaboration among local food and childcare providers. Interested applicants, including non-profit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions, must submit a Letter of Interest by November 8, 2024, with full applications due by November 22, 2024; awards will be announced on December 6, 2024, and projects are expected to commence on January 6, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Dr. Dennis Dotterer at grants@scrc.gov or by phone at 803-977-3571.

    Point(s) of Contact
    grants@scrc.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    SCRC.pdf
    The Childcare Access and Nutrition Systems (CANS) Grant Program, established by the Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) in collaboration with the USDA Rural Development, aims to improve food systems and childcare services in Dougherty and Upson counties, Georgia. With a total funding pool of $5 million, grants ranging from $100,000 to $1 million will support projects addressing food insecurity and enhancing access to childcare options for families. Key objectives include increasing local food access, participation in food assistance programs, and the number of children receiving childcare services, while reducing monthly childcare costs. Eligible applicants comprise non-profit organizations, local governments, educational institutions, and federally recognized Indian tribes. The application process involves submitting a Letter of Interest by November 8, 2024, followed by a full application due by November 22, 2024, with awards announced by December 6, 2024, and project commencement expected by January 6, 2025. Participants must demonstrate collaboration among food and childcare providers and may utilize funds for various related activities, but not for ineligible costs such as entertainment or alcohol. The initiative aligns with federal priorities aimed at addressing rural community challenges and supporting economic development.
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