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Grant for the Development and Scaling of a Nursery or Mini-Kindergarten (Ukraine)

Deadline: 30-Nov-2025

Education 360, in partnership with the ILO and supported by Sida, has launched a competition to pilot modern childcare solutions in seven regions of Ukraine. Selected participants—especially women from vulnerable groups—can receive up to $20,000, mentoring, and expert support to develop or scale nurseries and kindergartens. Applications close on November 30, 2025.

Childcare Innovation Competition in Ukraine: Grants, Training & Support

Overview

Education 360, together with the International Labor Organization (ILO) and the Swedish International Development Agency (Sida), has opened a competition to pilot modern, accessible, and sustainable childcare solutions in seven Ukrainian regions. The initiative aims to help women—especially those from vulnerable communities—return to work by expanding high-quality childcare options.

What the Competition Offers

Participants selected for the programme will receive targeted support to develop or scale childcare services such as nurseries or kindergartens. The goal is to create sustainable childcare models that strengthen families and support Ukraine’s economic resilience.

Key Benefits

  • Up to $20,000 in grant funding for childcare development or expansion

  • Mentorship and guidance from concept to launch

  • Consultations with legal, financial, educational, and management experts

  • Support in designing modern, affordable childcare formats

  • Opportunity to establish a kindergarten under a public-private partnership model

Who Can Apply?

Women creating or improving childcare services in any of the seven eligible regions may apply.

Eligible Regions

Odesa
Mykolaiv
Dnipropetrovsk
Zaporizhia
Kharkiv
Sumy
Chernihiv

Eligible Participants

  • Wives of military personnel and veterans

  • Veterans

  • Internally displaced women

  • Rural residents

  • Women living near front-line areas

  • Other motivated applicants committed to high-quality childcare

Why It Matters

Ukraine faces increased childcare needs due to displacement, labor shortages, and regional instability. By supporting women entrepreneurs and caregivers, the programme strengthens:

  • Workforce participation

  • Local economic resilience

  • Access to reliable childcare

  • Long-term community recovery

How the Programme Works

  1. Submit the application form through the official link.

  2. 30 participants will be selected for a professional training course.

  3. After training, participants can apply for the grant of up to $20,000.

  4. Successful grantees must scale their preschool to serve at least 45 children.

  5. Projects must operate sustainably for a minimum of five years.

  6. Participants must provide progress updates and maintain compliance with programme guidelines.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting incomplete or unclear project concepts

  • Ignoring budget justification or failing to show realistic planning

  • Not demonstrating how the childcare service will meet local community needs

  • Overlooking sustainability beyond the grant period

  • Missing the application deadline

FAQs

1. Can I apply if I have no prior experience in childcare?
Yes, as long as you demonstrate motivation and a feasible childcare concept. The programme includes training.

2. Can applicants submit multiple concepts?
Yes, applicants may submit more than one application during the open period.

3. Do I need to already operate a childcare facility?
No, both new and expansion projects are eligible.

4. Are only women allowed to participate?
The programme focuses on women, especially those from vulnerable groups, but the final eligibility depends on the official rules.

5. Does employer support increase selection chances?
Employer or community support can strengthen your proposal but is not mandatory.

6. What types of expenses can the grant cover?
Funding may support setup costs, educational materials, staffing needs, facility improvements, and other childcare-related expenses.

7. When will applicants receive results?
Results will be communicated by December 3, 2025.

Conclusion

This competition offers a high-impact opportunity for women across Ukraine to build sustainable childcare solutions that support families and strengthen the national economy. With grant funding, expert guidance, and professional training, participants can turn their childcare ideas into long-term community assets. Interested applicants should submit their forms before November 30, 2025.

For more information, visit Public Space.