Child Care

Program Overview:

The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) is a federal program that provides funding to tribal governments to support child care services for eligible families. Administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services by the Administration for Children and Families, CCDF allows tribes to design and implement culturally relevant child care programs that meet the unique needs of their communities. These programs can include direct child care services, quality improvement initiatives, and infrastructure development. Eligible families typically include tribal citizens with children under age 13 who are working or in training programs.

Extended Care:

If you have an enrolled student at BJTELA and require Extended Care, you can contact your family advocate to fill out the appropriate application. Students must be eligible for a CCDF grant to enroll in childcare. Availability is limited per classroom.

Eligibility:

Age: 6 weeks to 12 years.
Tribal Affiliation: Proof of enrollment for child or parent.
Residency: Must reside within Snohomish County, and children must attend child care within the county.

Child care providers must be licensed through Washington State. We require a copy of the provider’s license and a completed W-9 before approving assistance.

Required Documents:

• Completed Application
• Copy of Child(ren)’s or Parent’s Tribal ID
• Income Verification (pay stubs, W-2, hire letter, etc.)
• Updated child care license and completed W-9 from provider

Note: Our CCDF plan does not have income eligibility. Income is only used to calculate the monthly co-pay amount.

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