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Child Care Subsidy Program is sponsored by Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS), Early Childhood & Prevention Services Section of the Division of Children and Families. This program provides assistance with child care payments for eligible parents/guardians, including single mothers, to enable them to gain or remain employed, or attend school or training programs.
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Child Care Subsidy | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education If you need translation services, call 573-751-4212 and ask for a translator. Call TTY/TDD 1-800-735-2966/1-800-735-2466 for American Sign Language. The Child Care Subsidy Program increases children's access to early learning by assisting eligible parents/guardians with payments for child care in Missouri.
The purpose of this program is to not only ensure children have access to early childhood programs, but also to help families with the cost of child care so they are able to focus on finding and holding steady jobs and/or are able to attend school and training programs. DESE - Office of Childhood (OOC) partners with local child care providers to offer subsidized care through the Child Care Subsidy Program.
Child care providers must be contracted with DESE - OOC to receive payment for care provided to subsidy-eligible children.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Families with children under 13 (or older with special needs) who are employed, attending school, or participating in job training, and whose income is at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $650 per month (maximum payment toward infant center care, varies by circumstances). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Child Care Subsidy Program is funded by Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS), Early Childhood & Prevention Services Section of the Division of Children and Families. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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