Oregon preschool program overpaid providers and mismanaged funds, report finds

By Tiffany Camhi (OPB)
July 23, 2025 10:10 p.m. Updated: July 24, 2025 10:21 p.m.

Public funds were wasted on payments and awards made to child care providers enrolled in the statewide Preschool Promise program, according to an audit from the Secretary of State’s Office released Wednesday.