School & childcare
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Assistance programs

Many families qualify for help.

Child Care and Development Fund

States use federal funds to help eligible families pay for childcare. Apply through your state agency.

Head Start

Head Start and Early Head Start provide free programs for eligible young children.

Public pre-K

Many states and cities offer free pre-K.

Employer benefits

Some employers offer childcare help.