State to announce $6 million in grants to help fund child care programs

May 2024

State funding is on the way to help families expand the options they have for child care providers.

According to Gov. Tim Walz's office, $6 million funding from the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is expected to open up more than 2,200 child care positions. However, it isn't immediately clear how that money will be distributed. Click here for additional information.