DCDC provides support for low-income families, helping them afford quality child care and early education. Their programs are designed to assist families with children from birth to school age, ensuring that parents can access care while they work or attend school.

👉Eligibility: Families who meet income requirements, including those with children under 13 years of age, are eligible for DCDC subsidies.

👉Services: DCDC provides child care subsidies, developmental screenings, and referrals to other services families may need.

👉How to Apply: Applications can be made online or by visiting their office. You will need to provide documentation of income, employment, and your child’s age.

Crystal Stairs is a nonprofit organization that supports working families by offering child care subsidies for children from birth through age 12. They help parents access affordable, high-quality childcare by offering financial assistance and resources.

👉Eligibility: Crystal Stairs assists families based on income, work status, and other factors such as homelessness, domestic violence, or a need for early childhood education. They also support families in school or training programs.

👉Services: Crystal Stairs offers child care subsidies, including help for families needing care after school or during the summer. They also provide guidance on finding quality child care and resources for other needs.

👉How to Apply: Applications can be completed online. Be prepared to submit information about your family’s income, work schedule, and any other supporting documents.

Children's Home Society of California offers child care subsidies to low-income families who need assistance with child care expenses. Their goal is to provide families with resources to help meet their child care needs and improve family stability.

👉Eligibility: CHS assists families who meet certain income guidelines and have children under 13 years old. Priority is given to families with special needs children or those facing other challenges such as homelessness or domestic violence.

👉Services: In addition to financial assistance for child care, CHS offers case management services, referrals to additional resources, and other support programs for families.

👉How to Apply: You can apply online or through their local offices. You'll need to provide proof of income, employment, and other supporting documents, such as school attendance or any special circumstances that may apply to your family.