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21st Century Community Learning Centers

National

Free after-school, before-school, and summer programs for students in high-poverty schools.

Childcare

ARCH National Respite Network

National

Free or subsidized temporary caregiver relief for families caring for children with special needs.

Childcare

Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)

National

Subsidized childcare assistance for low-income working parents.

Childcare

Child Care Aware Resource & Referral

National

Free referrals to local childcare providers, financial assistance, and subsidies.

Childcare

Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV)

National

Free home visits by nurses and social workers for at-risk pregnant women and families with young children.

Childcare

State Pre-K Programs

Free public preschool for 3–4 year olds in states with universal pre-K programs.

Childcare