DC Child Care Subsidy Program

About This Program

DC's Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) provides financial assistance to eligible DC residents to help pay for child care. Families choose from licensed child care centers or homes in DC. The program emphasizes placement in high-quality facilities. Subsidy amounts are based on provider rates and family income; families may pay a 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% DC Area Median Income; parent 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

Deadline: Rolling — year-round applications