Who is eligible to apply for nap mat replacements?
We will help early childhood programs serving newborns through age 5 to create safe and healthy indoor environments. Eligible applicants will be:
- Located in Vermont.
- A non-profit or for-profit centers
We’ve coordinated with the Vermont Community Loan Fund to serve as a fiscal sponsor for for-profit centers. No additional action is needed in regard to the sponsor for the application process.
- Participating in STARS, having attained at least one STAR.
How Do I Apply?
Fill out the application form here.
What Nap Mat will I receive?
The nap mats we will supply are manufactured by Naturepedic.
Read more about their standards and qualifications.
More Information on Reducing Toxins from Child Care Centers:
From One of Our Nap Mat Recipients:
“The Pine Forest Children’s Center strives to provide our children with a safe and healthy environment to learn and grow. I never thought about the toxic effects of our old nap mats. The Seventh Generation Foundation’s nap mat exchange program opened my eyes to all of the hazardous chemicals our children were being exposed to from their old nap mats. Knowing that, it was such a relief to be able to exchange those for non-toxic nap mats! I can rest easier, knowing that the children of our school are resting on safe, non-toxic nap mats!”
– Julie LaFountaine, B.A. Administrative Leader of Pine Forest Children’s Center
Questions?
Contact Us.