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Learn about new laws that are causing significant changes in time-limited work rules for SNAP recipients and that impact recipients and increase workload for Minnesota's counties and Tribal Nations.

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Child Care and Early Learning

Intro

Child care providers and early educators are vital to not just families, but Minnesota's economy and communities. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families provides educators and programs with financial support, professional development opportunities, and resources to promote high-quality learning.

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A group of students doing an activity with their teacher at the table.
Sections
Educator teaching young children.
Grants, scholarships and funding opportunities
The state offers financial supports to help families, educators, child care programs and businesses thrive.
Baby girl held up in the air
Professional development and program support
Grow in your career as an early childhood educator, find resources for high-quality care, and get support for your child care business or early education program.
A child raises his hand while sitting on a rug with classmates
Districts, schools and Head Start
Find resources and support for early learning programs and services offered by districts, schools and Head Start.
Toddlers playing blocks with a child care provider.
Licensing
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families works with counties to license child care providers and foster care families. Licensing helps keep children safe and healthy by making sure providers meet basic standards for care and a safe environment.
Quick links
News, initiatives and reports
Early Childhood Connector newsletter and calls
Child Care and Development Fund
Preschool Development Grant
Early Childhood Longitudinal Data System