Early Learning Grants

Ready to Learn Providence’s Early Learning Grants gave child-care providers a chance to apply for packages designed to enhance their programs and develop professional skills. Between 2003 and 2006, more than 50 family-care and center-based providers in Providence received these awards.

Grant packages were designed around specific themes. “Create your own” packages were also available for providers who, for example, may have wanted a particular literacy package or professional development course.  Prior to receiving their materials, providers were required to attend a workshop conducted by local early childhood experts in the related subject or discipline.

To assist providers in the application process, R2LP sponsored grant-writing workshops in both English and Spanish. Applications in this competitive process were accepted in both languages.  

The program was funded through the Early Learning Opportunities Act (ELOA).