New York Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)

New York State Office of Children and Family Services

Active Childcare

About This Program

New York's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides subsidized child care to eligible low-income families statewide, administered through local social services districts. Parents choose from legally exempt or licensed/registered child care providers. Subsidy levels are based on county market rates, with families paying an income-based co-payment.

Subsidy covers portion of childcare costs based on income; family pays sliding-scale co-payment

Key Details

  • State program administered under federal CCDF block grant
  • Eligibility: At or below 85% State Median Income; must be working, in school, or in training
  • Families choose their own licensed child care provider
  • Subsidy paid directly to provider; family pays income-based co-payment
  • Apply through your county/local social services office

How to Apply

Visit Official Program Page Track this program

1-800-345-KIDS (1-800-345-5437)

Deadline: Rolling, year-round applications

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