With each 2-year cycle, QRIS participating programs are eligible to receive a quality improvement grant. The amount awarded is based on the type of program and licensed enrollment capacity (see table below).

Additionally, programs that increase their star rating level are eligible to receive a staff recognition bonus (see table below). The staff recognition bonus can be used to honor and appreciate the staff's efforts towards continuous quality improvement.

Program Type/ Enrollment Capacity	Quality Improvement Grant Amount	Staff Recognition Bonus Amount
Family Child Care	$1,500	$250
Group Family Child Care	$3,000	$300
Child Care Center Enrollment Capacity <60	$4,000	$500
Child Care Center Enrollment Capacity 61-120	$5,500	$1,000
Child Care Center Enrollment Capacity 121-240	$7,000	$1,500
Child Care Center Enrollment Capacity >240	$8,500	$2,000

Vendor Information

Grant funds cannot be used for the purchase of consumable items, such as paper, paint, markers, crayons, etc. The funds can be used to purchase classroom supplies to support quality improvement from the following vendors.

• Lakeshore Learning (External Link)
• Discount School Supply(External Link)
• Constructive Playthings(External Link)