Create New Spaces for Preschool Education Grant Program (Ukraine)

Deadline: 05-Sep-2026

Applications are open to public and municipal educational institutions in seven Ukrainian regions to establish and launch new preschool divisions for early childhood education and care. Grants of up to US$20,000 can support premises preparation, furniture, equipment, educational materials, and the creation of safe and accessible learning environments.

About the Preschool Development Grant

The programme aims to address shortages in preschool education and childcare services in communities across Ukraine. It supports public and municipal educational institutions that want to establish new preschool divisions within existing educational facilities. The funding is intended to help institutions prepare their premises, purchase essential equipment, and complete the practical preparations needed to begin providing early childhood education and care. The initiative focuses particularly on communities where access to preschool services has been disrupted or remains insufficient. What Does the Grant Support? Successful applicants can receive funding of up to US$20,000 per project. Grant funding can be used for expenses directly connected with establishing and launching a preschool division, including: Preparing and adapting suitable premises. Purchasing furniture for classrooms and childcare spaces. Be prepared to complete the necessary organisational requirements. Be prepared to undertake the required legal and administrative procedures. Have the capacity to recruit or arrange the necessary staff. Be ready to operate the preschool division after establishment. Eligible Regions Applications are open to educational institutions located in the following seven regions of Ukraine: Dnipropetrovsk Zaporizhzhia Mykolaiv Odesa Sumy Kharkiv Chernihiv Institutions located outside these regions are not eligible under this programme. Funding Amount The maximum grant available is US$20,000. The funding can help cover the practical costs associated with establishing a preschool division, particularly: Premises preparation Furniture Equipment Educational resources Didactic materials Safety improvements Accessibility measures Other justified launch-related costs Applicants should ensure that proposed expenses are clearly connected to the establishment and opening of the preschool division. What Applicants Must Be Ready to Do Receiving funding requires more than simply having an available building. Applicants should demonstrate that they can take the necessary steps to establish and operate the new preschool service.

This includes:

Identify suitable premises The institution must have appropriate space or be able to designate premises for the preschool division. Obtain founder support Applicants must have the necessary support from their founder to establish the new division. Plan the preschool environment The proposed space should provide a safe, accessible, and appropriate environment for young children. Identify equipment and materials Applicants should determine which furniture, equipment, educational materials, and other resources are required. Complete organisational and legal procedures Institutions must be prepared to undertake the necessary administrative and legal steps required to open the preschool division. Address staffing requirements Applicants must be ready to make the necessary staffing arrangements for operating the new service. Launch the preschool division The ultimate purpose of the grant is to establish a functioning preschool service rather than simply renovate or equip a facility. Why This Grant Matters Access to quality early childhood education and childcare is essential for children and families, particularly in communities facing disruption and limited educational infrastructure. By supporting the establishment of new preschool divisions, the programme can help communities: Expand access to early learning. Provide safer spaces for young children. Improve educational continuity. Support parents and caregivers who need childcare services. Strengthen local education systems. Create more inclusive and accessible preschool environments. The investment can therefore contribute to both early childhood development and community resilience. Application Tips Applicants should make their proposals clear, practical, and closely connected to the purpose of the programme.

Important points to consider include:

Clearly explain the local shortage or need for preschool services. Describe the premises that will be used for the new division. Provide a realistic list of required furniture and equipment. Explain how the proposed investment will benefit children. Demonstrate that the institution has founder support. Explain how the preschool division will be staffed and operated. Include realistic and justified costs. Ensure proposed purchases are directly related to establishing the preschool division. Demonstrate how the new service will create a safe and accessible environment. Common Mistakes to Avoid

Applicants should avoid proposals that:

Do not clearly establish a need for a new preschool division. Lack suitable premises. Do not demonstrate founder support. Request funding for unrelated institutional expenses. Provide unclear or unrealistic budgets. Ignore accessibility or child-safety considerations. Fail to explain how the division will operate after the grant. Focus only on purchasing equipment without explaining the overall preschool plan. How the Funding Can Be Used A strong application should connect each proposed expense to the establishment of the preschool division. This approach makes the proposed use of the US$20,000 grant easier to understand and justify. Frequently Asked Questions Who can apply for the preschool grant in Ukraine? Public and municipal educational institutions located in Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Sumy, Kharkiv, or Chernihiv can apply, provided they meet the other programme requirements. How much funding is available? Eligible instit