Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)

Administered by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services · acf.hhs.gov

Subsidized childcare for low-income families who are working or in school.

Eligibility requirements

✓Low-income families with children under 13, parent working, in school, or job training

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

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Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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