Childcare is critical to the success and sustainability of our communities. There are several resources available to support these businesses and their employees to ensure that they are able to continue to meet the needs of the Madelia area.
Current Programs
Madelia Child Care Start-Up/Expansion Grant Program
The City of Madelia will provide grants up to $2,500 for new or current providers to increase the number of child care slots. Review the policy to determine eligible expenses.
CDA RLF
The CDA Credential RLF through the St. James EDA provides funding for the Watonwan County child care workforce to obtain their CDA Credential. See the St. James EDA website for more information.
Family Child Care Start-Up Forgivable Loan Program
The Watonwan County Family Child Care Start-Up Forgivable Loan Program provides an incentive to start a new family child care service in Watonwan County. The program provides a matching forgivable loan for actual expenses relating to the cost of opening a family child care business in Watonwan County, up to $5,000 per provider. See the St. James EDA website for more information.
Contact Us
Madelia EDA
18 Drew Ave NE
PO Box 158
Madelia, MN 56062
Celia Simpson
Community & Business Development Specialist
Office: 507-642-3245
Cell: 507-848-1854
Email: celia.simpson@cityofmadeliamn.gov
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