Military Families
NACCRRA and the United States Military Services
Supporting Our Nation’s Military Families and Strengthening Child Care
Thank you for your interest in our military fee assistance programs!
Our website is set up to help you identify your eligibility for fee assistance and to guide you and your child care provider through the application process. Please see below frequently asked questions concerning the fee assistance programs we offer. For more information concerning your specific military branch, click on the appropriate seal above.
Our Child Care Aware® of America staff is focused on providing excellent customer service to our military families. If you need assistance, please contact us toll free at 1-800-424-2246, or send an email to msp@naccrra.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Child Care Aware® of America Military Fee Assistance Program?
Child Care Aware® of America is working with the U.S. Military Services to help those who serve in the military find and afford child care that suits their unique needs. Through the fee assistance program, families are eligible to receive monthly fee assistance to help offset the cost of child care in their communities.
How do I determine if I am eligible to receive fee assistance?
Eligibility may vary by military branch. To determine your eligibility, click on the seal for your service branch to identify which programs may be available.
How much fee assistance will I receive?
Fee assistance amounts vary by program. For many programs, your fee assistance will be based on your total family income and provider rate.
Do I have to be enrolled with a provider before being approved for fee assistance?
In order to be approved, you must first select a child care provider that has registered with Child Care Aware® of America and meets the requirements of your program. Eligible providers who are not registered with Child Care Aware® of America are encouraged to apply online to become a part of our program. If you need assistance choosing a child care provider, you can search our online approved and preferred provider directory or contact Child Care Aware® at 1-800-424-2246 for additional assistance.
After I submit my application, how do I know if I am approved?
Once your application has been approved, Child Care Aware® of America will email an approval packet to you and your provider. At the end of each month, the provider will submit attendance sheets for payment.
How long does the application process take?
Upon submitting your application, please allow 3 business days for our staff to review and determine what supporting documents may still be required for approval. By applying online, you can track your application status.