Childcare Resources

Supporting Families Through Access to Quality Childcare

At A Dollar and a Dream Community Services, we believe every child deserves access to safe, nurturing, and affordable care. We understand that childcare is essential for parents who are working, attending school, participating in job training programs, or managing family responsibilities.

This page provides a collection of trusted childcare resources, financial assistance programs, early learning opportunities, and family support services designed to help families across the United States find the care they need.

Child Care Aware of America

Child Care Aware of America helps families locate quality childcare providers, understand childcare options, and find financial assistance programs.

Services Include:

• Childcare provider search tools
• Childcare assistance information
• Family support resources
• Childcare quality information

Website: www.childcareaware.org

Head Start & Early Head Start

Head Start and Early Head Start provide free early childhood education, health services, nutrition support, and family assistance for eligible children from birth to age five.

Services Include:

• Early childhood education
• School readiness programs
• Health screenings
• Family support services

Website: eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator

Child Care Financial Assistance (CCDF)

The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) helps eligible families pay for childcare expenses while parents work, attend school, or participate in training programs.

Services Include:

• Childcare subsidies
• Financial assistance
• Childcare provider support

Website: www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/programs/ccdf

YMCA Child Care Programs

Many YMCA locations offer affordable childcare programs, before-school care, after-school care, summer camps, and financial assistance opportunities.

Services Include:

• Before and after-school care
• Summer camps
• Early childhood programs
• Financial assistance

Website: www.ymca.org

Preschool and Early Learning Programs

Families can explore state-funded preschool and pre-kindergarten opportunities designed to prepare children for success in school.

Services Include:

• Pre-K programs
• Early learning resources
• School readiness programs

Website: www.preschool.gov

Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Boys & Girls Clubs provide safe and supportive environments for children and teens through after-school programs, tutoring, mentoring, and enrichment activities.

Services Include:

• After-school programs
• Homework assistance
• Mentoring
• Youth development programs

Website: www.bgca.org

Afterschool Alliance

The Afterschool Alliance helps families locate after-school programs that provide academic support, supervision, enrichment activities, and youth development opportunities.

Services Include:

• After-school program resources
• Educational support
• Youth enrichment activities

Website: www.afterschoolalliance.org

Military Child Care Assistance

Military families may qualify for childcare assistance and fee assistance programs through military support services.

Services Include:

• Childcare fee assistance
• Military family support
• Childcare provider resources

Website: www.childcareaware.org

Childcare Resources for Children with Special Needs

Families seeking childcare services for children with disabilities and special needs can access support through specialized programs and provider networks.

Services Include:

• Special needs childcare resources
• Parent support programs
• Educational advocacy resources

Website: www.parentcenterhub.org

Summer Camps and School-Age Programs

Families can find summer camps, educational programs, and school-age childcare opportunities that support children's learning and development throughout the year.

Services Include:

• Summer camps
• School break programs
• Educational enrichment
• Youth activities

Website: www.afterschoolalliance.org

Need Help Finding Childcare?

A Dollar and a Dream Community Services is committed to helping families connect with childcare resources that meet their needs. If you need assistance locating childcare, applying for childcare assistance programs, or identifying local family support services, we are here to help.

We Can Help You Find:

✔ Childcare Assistance Programs
✔ Head Start & Early Head Start Programs
✔ Affordable Childcare Providers
✔ After-School Programs
✔ Summer Camps
✔ Special Needs Childcare Services
✔ Family Support Resources
✔ Early Childhood Education Programs

Submit a Resource Request today and let us help connect your family with the support and resources you need.