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U.S. Department of Education
Enrollment Period
Open enrollment
Even Start Family Literacy was a federally-funded program that integrated early childhood education, adult literacy, parenting skills, and interactive parent-child learning activities for low-income families with young children. Federal funding ended in 2011, but many states and localities continue similar integrated family literacy programs using state funds, TANF, Title I, and Adult Education dollars. Families seeking these combined services today should contact their local school district, community action agency, or Head Start program for available family literacy support.
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⚠️ PROGRAM DISCONTINUED: The federal Even Start Family Literacy Program was eliminated from federal funding by Congress in FY2012. No new federal funding is available.?
Some states continue similar family literacy programs with state or other federal funding — contact your state's adult education office for current availability?
Is the child you're applying for under age 8?
What is your household income?
This program requires income at or below 80% of the Federal Poverty Level — that's the government's measure of what it costs to meet basic needs. Select your household size to see your exact dollar limit.
Count everyone who lives and eats with you — yourself, spouse/partner, children, and any dependents. Count a pregnant woman as 2.