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Source review: Oct 14, 2026

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Family supportProgramState program · VA

Virginia Department of Education

Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program

A Virginia subsidy helping eligible families pay for child care.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Apply through CommonHelp or submit the form to local DSS.

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    Apply through CommonHelp or submit the form to local DSS.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

VA; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • VA

What it offers

Payment of part of the care cost directly to an authorized provider; a family copayment may apply.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Resident families with children under 13, or under 18 with special needs, and work, education or another qualifying condition; income and child eligibility are reviewed.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Sources & verification

Verification status
Reviewed with limitations
Source review
Oct 14, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 14, 2026
Last updated
Oct 14, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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