More tan 12,000 child care workers, employees, staff, directors and owners are expected to be eligible to receive a one time $2,000 bonus, as it was announced by Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson after she met with childcare employees.

She went on to praise their incredible dedication to child care throughout the pandemic, even when it often placed them and their families at risk of exposure to Covid-19.

"I want to express my appreciation to child care workers in Utah. The work you do is critical to children, families, and employers. Your dedication has been commendable and made other essential work during the pandemic possible."

What do I need to claim this $2,000 bonus?

Eligible individuals must have a registered account at CareAboutChildCare.utah.gov.

Applications were sent starting July 19 to anyone with a registered account, now it has to be filled and submitted before August 31st.

"This is a fantastic opportunity to be able to give them a tangible thank you and recognize and applaud their hard work", said Rebecca Banner, Office of Child Care director, while adding that child care workers in the state are unsung heroes.

How was this bonus possible?

The Office of Child Care in the State of Utah received over $108 million from the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations, known as CRRSA.

$20 million have been made available for this child care worker bonuses.

We got to remember that this money was initially sent out to child care providers as operation grants during the pandemic, that were later replaced by stabilization grants that run through September 2023.