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Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (administered by state social services agencies). Annual funding for low-income families in the workforce to access child care through subsidy or contracts. These funds can support afterschool programs, with states having discretion over how they are used.
Some states may have child-care licensing requirements.
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The Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) provides federal funding to states for child care subsidies for low-income families with children under age 13. Additionally, CCDBG allows for flexibility to match state and federal funds to improve the overall quality of child care within existing state and local systems. Current Funding Level: CCDBG is funded at $8.
83 billion for FY2026. Combined with the Child Care Entitlement to States (CCES) annual mandatory funding of $3. 55 billion, total Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) funding is $12.
38 billion. The Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) Act provides federal funding to states for child care subsidies for low-income families with children under age 13. Toolkits & Talking Points Capsule Collection: Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) What is CCDBG?
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants (dependent on state-specific criteria) include schools, community-based organizations, public or private organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG) is funded by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (administered by state social services agencies). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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