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Child Care Start-Up Grants (Illinois) is sponsored by Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) / Child Care Resource and Referral agencies (CCR&R). These grants assist childcare home and center providers who are in the process of becoming licensed with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). They provide financial support to offset start-up costs for childcare programs.
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Get Help Paying for Child Care Starting July 1, 2026, the Illinois Department of Early Childhood officially became the lead agency for Child Care Licensing, the Head Start State Collaboration Office Grant, Home Visiting, Early Intervention, the Child Care Assistance Program, Early Childhood Block Grant, and a range of other early childhood support to families, providers and educators.
Should you have any questions related to this transition please reference our Transition FAQ’s . Should you need further support visit our Contact page where you can submit your questions. We are excited to continue this journey with you!
Get Help Paying for Child Care Child care can be costly. The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) can help you pay for it. The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) helps eligible families to pay for child care for children up to age 13 while they are working or attending school.
Eligibility depends on the age of children, family income, and your schedule. Applying for CCAP for the first time is easier than ever before with the Digital CCAP Application! Get started today by clicking the button below to begin your application from any smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Apply for Child Care Assistance Today! What is the Child Care Assistance Program? What is the Child Care Assistance Program, or CCAP?
The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides families with financial assistance to cover child care costs. (Sometimes this is called child care subsidy.) Eligibility for CCAP depends on your family size and gross income.
Fill out the eligibility calculator below to see if you qualify for child care financial assistance. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to apply through the Digital CCAP Application! You may also contact your local Child Care Resource and Referral Agency for support.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Child care home and center providers in Illinois who are in the process of becoming licensed with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Child Care Start-Up Grants (Illinois) is funded by Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) / Child Care Resource and Referral agencies (CCR&R). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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