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U.S. Department of Education

Even Start Family Literacy

BenefitChildcareRecurringRolling

What it may cover

Varies

Enrollment

Open enrollment

Where available

Check locally

What you get

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.

Help paying for child care, meals, or services so parents and caregivers can work, study, or stabilize care.

Ask whether your provider needs to be approved before benefits can be paid.

Do you qualify?

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  • Is this available near you?

    This program is delivered through local distribution sites. Enter your ZIP code to check availability near you.

  • Is this available near you?

    This program is delivered through local distribution sites. Enter your ZIP code to check availability near you.

What to bring

If you do not have one of these, apply anyway and ask what substitutes are accepted.

  • 1Proof of family income
  • 2Child's birth certificate
  • 3Contact local adult education provider or Head Start program for current availability

How to apply

Processing time varies by location and program funding.

  1. 1Find the right local officeUse your ZIP code to confirm the child care assistance office that handles Even Start Family Literacy.
  2. 2Apply online, by phone, or in personUse the official application path and keep a copy of anything you submit.
  3. 3Complete the interview or verificationMany benefits require a short call, appointment, or document check.
  4. 4Watch for a decisionKeep mail, email, and phone open so you do not miss follow-up requests.
Find local help

Your ZIP helps you confirm the right local office and state-specific rules.

You may also qualify for

Other programs in the same category that often go hand-in-hand.

U.S. Department of Education

CCAMPIS — Child Care Access Means Parents in School

Internal Revenue Service, U.S. Department of the Treasury

Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)

Key details

Status
Rolling
Max benefit
Varies
Type
Childcare
Enrollment
Open enrollment
Administered by
U.S. Department of Education

Opens www2.ed.gov

Official Source

GrantWay helps you prepare. The agency or local office decides eligibility and benefit amounts.