Guide and Application
Use the link below to read the Application Guide and complete the application.
Access Funds for CPR and First Aid Trainings
CPR and first aid training are vital skills for early childhood providers and educators. We offer funding opportunities to assist early childhood providers and educators pay for CPR and first aid training. Our assistance funds cover 100% of the cost, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent providers from obtaining these essential skills.
Funds are available for CPR and first aid trainings between July 1, 2024 – June 1, 2025.
Must be employed:
Use the link below to read the Application Guide and complete the application.
Submit your application along with the following documentation:
• Proof of Gateways Registry membership
• W-9 Form
• Proof of training completion CPR/FA certification
• Proof of payment
Choose to submit application and forms in on of the following ways:
Via Website
Application in English
Via Email:
registration@actforchildren.org
Via Mail:
Illinois Action for Children
4753 N. Broadway Ave., 1st Floor
Chicago, IL 60640
Attn: CPR and First Aid Assistance Funds
Phone: 773.564.8804
Email: registration@actforchildren.org
The Child Care Resource & Referral (CRR&R) agency will notify you if your application has been approved and denied.