child care financial assistance
Child Care Network Family Support Program
The Family Support Program (FSP) provides child care scholarships for families who need help paying for child care. Through these scholarships, children access safe and nurturing high-quality early learning programs that prepare them for success in Kindergarten and beyond. Learn more by visiting our Family Support Program page.
Head Start and Great Start Readiness (GSRP) Programs
These programs offer free high quality preschool for a child who is 3 to 5 years old. To learn more about these options in your county, visit our Finding Quality Care page.
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Consider applying for assistance through the Child Development and Care (CDC) Child Care Subsidy.
>> Eligibility Calculator
>> Application Process
*Effective February 25, 2024, MI has removed the requirement to work with the Office of Child Support to receive help paying for child care.
DHHS may also support you financially if you choose to use a family member or friend as a License Exempt caregiver. Details can be found here: CDC Handbook and License Exempt Provider Application Process