Childcare Financial Assistance & Subsidy

Q: What are childcare subsidies?

Childcare subsidies are government-provided financial assistance for families to help pay for childcare. These subsidies can cover all or some of the childcare costs, depending on the specific program and the family's financial situation. Childcare subsidies may be based on eligibility criteria such as income levels or the number of children in the household.

Q: How do I know if I qualify?

When someone applies, we review their information to determine if they are in an eligible location and meet our income requirements. During the entire process, your privacy and personal information is kept confidential. The process usually takes about one week.

Q: How much of my costs are covered?

The childcare costs covered vary based on each family's unique circumstances. In many cases, the entire cost of childcare may be substituted. In other cases, we may assist in paying for a portion of childcare costs to make the tuition more manageable for families. We strive to work with each family individually to find solutions that meet your needs and budget!

Q: Will I be able to select my provider?

Eligible families are matched with pre-approved providers accepting our subsidies. Families have the option to choose a preferred provider — as long as they work with our subsidy program.

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We believe in a world where every family has access to childcare.

Upwards subsidy program helps connect families with financial assistance for childcare. This assistance can make a big difference for parents and guardians — and it gives children the chance to succeed.

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How does the program work?

We check to see if applicants are eligible for financial support based on location, income, and home environmental factors — while keeping privacy and personal information confidential.

With Upwards, childcare is available to all.

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