Six Regions One Nebraska gets sizable grant for childcare expansion in the Panhandle
The Panhandle Childcare Expansion Project has been awarded $65,000 through the 6 Regions, One Nebraska Challenge Grant, supporting a regional effort to expand licensed childcare capacity and strengthen workforce stability across the Nebraska Panhandle.
The Challenge Grant funding will be leveraged with local matching contributions and statewide partnerships to support new and expanding family home childcare providers. Over a 30-month period, the project aims to create 25 new or expanded licensed childcare programs and add 200–250 new childcare slots, helping working families access reliable, high-quality care while supporting employers’ ability to recruit and retain workers.