Childcare

Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS)

Federal program that supports campus-based child care services for low-income student parents in higher education.

Type: Grant Amount: Varies by institution; grants fund subsidized child care slots and support services Deadline: varies Location: United States

Claim Up to $2,100: Complete Guide to the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (2024)

Childcare is expensive. For many families it is the second-biggest line item after housing.

Amount: Up to $2,100 (35% of $6,000 in expenses) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

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Louisiana Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP): Subsidized Child Care for Working Families

State subsidy that lowers the cost of child care for eligible Louisiana families working, in school, or in job training. Covers most or all tuition at licensed child care centers and family homes.

Amount: Varies by parish, provider type, and child age; covers most or all tuition Deadline: Rolling; applications processed year-round Location: United States - Louisiana

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Maryland Child Care Scholarships 2025: How to Cut Your Daycare Bill with This State Benefit

Child care in Maryland can easily rival a mortgage payment. If you’ve ever done the math on what you earn versus what you hand over for daycare, you know the sinking feeling: *Is this even worth working for?*

Amount: Covers a portion of child care tuition based on income and provider type Deadline: Applications accepted year-round Location: United States - Maryland