Active — applications open
Atlas Opportunity Score 82/100
Verified September 17, 2026
Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL)
Washington — Seattle 2026 Childcare Workforce Payments
Seattle DEEL and BrightSpark are distributing up to $2.5 million in noncompetitive workforce payments for eligible staff at DCYF-licensed Seattle child care centers and family child care providers. Applications are due September 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PST as published by the City.
Required next actionEligible DCYF-licensed Seattle child care centers and family child care licensees should verify Seattle location, confirm each claimed staff member has been employed and held a valid STARS ID since at least September 7, 2026 and remains employed at submission, review the current FAQ, and submit the online application by September 30 at 11:59 p.m. PST.