First Round of Funding From State's Child Care Bridge Payment Program Going Out

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025 -- 11:00 AM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) The first round of funding from Wisconsin’s Child Care Bridge Payments Program are going out.

According to the Wisconsin Radio Network, $8.7 million will go to more than 3,100 childcare providers. Governor Tony Evers says the funds will provide the financial stability providers need to stay open, recruit and retain qualified staff, and continue providing high-quality care for Wisconsin’s kids. According to Evers’ office, this round of payments will help care for over 126,000 Wisconsin kids and help retain more than 25,000 childcare workers.

The program was established as part of the Democratic governor’s 2025-27 budget compromise with Republican lawmakers, and will provide a total of $110 million to childcare providers through next June.

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