Early childhood education and after school care are key to both a child’s success and a family’s success. YWCA provides various subsidies, scholarships, and other forms of assistance for families in need of childcare.
To learn more about any of the below programs, call YWCA at 915-519-0000 or email us at ywcacares@ywcaelpaso.org.
YWCA ARPA
YWCA has received a grant from the City of El Paso American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to provide free childcare to qualifying families who live in the El Paso city limits and have a household income 300% of the federal poverty guidelines for El Paso County or less. Learn more and apply for free childcare here.
CCS (Child Care Services)
Funded by Texas Workforce Solutions Borderplex, this program assists families with childcare costs and is based on household income. For example, a single parent with an income at 50% of the state median income will only pay $13 a month for childcare for one child! This program is available at every childcare program that accepts CCS, including many After School Programs. Learn more here.
Texas Veterans
Texas Veterans who meet certain income requirements receive a 100% scholarship for YWCA After School Programs, Summer Camps, and Academies for Early Learning. Learn more here.
EPCC CCAMPIS Grant
This program provides up to 75% off tuition at any YWCA Academy for Early Learning, After School Program, or Summer Camp for EPCC students.
WeCare
YWCA’s own scholarship program provides discounted rates at our Academies for Early Learning, After School Programs, and Summer Camps for households with an income lower than $48,000.
YWCA Academies for Early Learning
All of these scholarships and subsidies are subject to prior approval and may require an application and/or proof of income. They are all subject to change are contingent on funding availability.