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Quality Improvement Initiative (QII)

The QII provides resources for a Quality Improvement Specialist to work collaboratively with ECE providers to improve program quality. QII Participants are eligible for a Quality Improvement Grant. The maximum grant amount is $2,500 for small family child care, $5,000 for large family child care and $10,000 for centers.

How to Apply:

You must call by June 27, 2008 to request an application.
For English and Spanish, please call: 510.875.2439.
For Chinese, please call: 510.875.2445.

QII Flyer – English
QII Flyer – Spanish
QII Flyer – Chinese

Child Care Facility Grants

Grants of up to $50,000 are available for development, construction and renovation of non-profit child care facilities. Applications accepted on an on-going basis. This grant program is administered for First 5 by the Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF). To request an application, please call Erin Coppin at (415) 772-9094 x 324