Frequently Asked Questions

The ARPA Child Care Stabilization Grant Program is intended to support the stability of qualified child care providers during and after COVID-19 public health emergency. Child care providers must qualify to receive funds, grants are not competitive.

The Lummi Indian Business Office (LIBC) is the lead agency. LIBC will determine eligibility and award grant amounts to qualified child care providers.

September 30, 2023

Award amounts are: Based on a provider’s stated current operating expenses, including costs associated with providing or preparing to provide childcare services during the pandemic. The provider has the option of providing their operating costs in the application. Lead agencies can use cost estimation formulas to determine providers operational costs. Lead agencies have wide discretion on how subgrant amounts are formulated. Childcare providers must still confirm the data as part of the application.

A qualified child care provider may use the awarded funds for at least one of the following categories: Personnel costs Rent, utilities, facilities, maintenance, and insurance Personal protective equipment Equipment and supplies Goods and services Mental Health supports for children and employees Paying for past expenses

A child enrolled and listed on the tribal membership roll of any Federally recognized Indian tribe and/or is a descendant of an enrolled tribal member.

Yes, the Child Care Stabilization Grant is income to your business and is taxable by the state and federal government. If you are a non-profit or not-for-profit organization, this funding is tax exempt.