Opinion Opinion | Child care is key in helping parents return to work With rising costs and a lack of options, child care is a growing obstacle for working parents. Anthony DanielsOctober 19, 2023
News Alabama DHR reopens applications for final round of child care bonuses Licensed child care providers may apply for the grants that pay for quarterly bonuses of $3,000. StaffAugust 24, 2023
State Alabama DHR accepting final round of child care bonus applications Grant applications will be accepted through Aug. 16, 2023. StaffAugust 14, 2023
News Alabama DHR announces 7th round of child care bonuses DHR has awarded 8,430 grants to providers since the initiative was announced in November 2021. StaffJune 16, 2023
Opinion Child Care: The foundation of Alabama’s workforce Affordable and accessible child care is crucial to Alabama’s working families and the future of our workforce. George ClarkMay 24, 2023
State Child care providers encouraged to apply for DHR grants Qualified applicants will receive $2,000 for each daytime child care slot, double the original grant amount. Jacob HolmesMay 9, 2023
Legislature Child care providers, parents call for more Pre-K, child care funds Advocates on Monday called on the Legislature to approve a combined $42 million increase in state investments. StaffApril 11, 2023
State Application period starts next week for 6th round of child care bonuses Licensed child care providers have until March 17 to apply for the grants. StaffFebruary 14, 2023
State Alabama DHR increases bonuses for child care workers Eligible employees can get up to eight quarterly bonuses before the two-year grant period ends in September 2023. StaffJuly 19, 2022
State Alabama DHR sends $12.6 million in bonuses to 10,000 child care workers Funding for the grants comes from the American Rescue Plan Act. StaffFebruary 23, 2022