Child Care Infrastructure Fund Technical Assistance​

CCIF is a competitive statewide grant through Business Oregon focused on providing funds for establishment, expansion, and improvements of child care facilities across the state of Oregon.

Program Overview

Grant Timeline

Round 3 Application Opens:
Septemer 17, 2025
Round 3 Application Closes:
December 16, 2025, at 4:59 PM PST
Selected Applicants Notified:
February 17, 2026
For questions about your CCIF application portal, past application score(s), or about reusing a past CCIF application, please reach out to Business Oregon at CCIF.programs@biz.Oregon.gov.

Funding Types:​

Minor Renovation and Repairs ($20,000 – $99,999) – minor repairs and renovations needed to expand/retain your child care offerings
New Construction or Major Renovation ($100,000 – $2,000,000) – large scale projects (e.g. remodeling a site; construction of a new center)
Property Acquisition ($20,000 – $2,000,000) – purchase land, buildings, or ADUs to establish a child care facility that will not be used as private residence
ccif application portal

(Available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Simplified Chinese)

Program guidelines

(Available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Simplified Chinese)

scoring rubrics

(Available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Simplified Chinese)

official program updates

(Available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Simplified Chinese)

About the Child Care Infrastructure Fund

Need help with your CCIF Application?

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The Child Care Infrastructure Fund (CCIF) is a competitive statewide grant program designed to establish, expand, and improve child care facilities across Oregon. Administered by Business Oregon, the state’s economic development agency, CCIF was created through HB 3005 (2023), which allocated $50 million to increase early learning and care capacity statewide. The initiative prioritizes culturally specific early learning programs, ensuring diverse communities receive the support they need.
Round 3 Funding:
This fall, Business Oregon is awarding a total of $20 million to selected CCIF applicants. If you weren’t selected in Rounds 1 or 2, but would like to reuse your past application, reach out to Business Oregon at CCIF.programs@biz.Oregon.gov.

How We Can Help You

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Technical Assistance Opportunities

  • CCIF Application Support
  • Creating a Budget and Financial Projections
  • Business Planning
  • Market Planning
  • Project Implementation Planning 
  • Legal Assistance
  • Grant writing
  • Accounting/CPA Support
  • Tax Consulting/Preparation
  • Bookkeeping Training
  • Employment/HR Consulting
  • Capital Access Strategy Development
For technical assistance, including guidance on required documents or project planning, please use the button below or call our office at 503-894-4525.
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Your Path Through the CCIF Process

This journey map shows what you can expect when working with Northwest Native Chamber on your Child Care Infrastructure Fund (CCIF) project. From your first connection to submitting your application—and beyond—our team is here to provide free, personalized support every step of the way.

If you would like to get started on your CCIF journey with the support of a Business Resource Navigator, please reach out to CCIFsupport@nwnc.org or begin by filling out our Client Intake Form below! Once we have your intake, a staff member will reach out with scheduling steps. 

Client Intake Form

CCIF Tribal Funding Guide

Prepared by Northwest Native Chamber

The CCIF Tribal Funding Guide is a comprehensive resource designed specifically for Oregon Tribal Nations, Tribal-led programs, and allied partners navigating the Child Care Infrastructure Fund application process. This guide centers Tribal sovereignty and provides step-by-step strategies, templates, and practical tools to help assess readiness, strengthen applications, and successfully manage CCIF-funded projects from planning through closeout. Whether you’re considering renovation, new construction, or property acquisition to expand child care access in your community, this guide offers culturally grounded guidance on governance approval, budgeting, compliance, and building applications that reflect your Tribe’s values and priorities. 

Read the Guide Here

Oregon Tribal Childcare Needs Assessment

Prepared by Northwest Native Chamber

This assessment identifies urgent needs and systemic challenges facing federally recognized Tribes in Oregon delivering high-quality, culturally grounded child care. Through data analysis, community engagement, and tribal leadership input, it offers a clear path forward for equity-based investment and structural reform. Prepared in partnership with the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care.

Read the Assessment Here

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