Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)

The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) is a federal program in the United States designed to help low-income families afford child care. It provides financial assistance to parents, enabling them to work, attend school, or participate in job training while ensuring their children have access to quality early education. The funds are administered by state and tribal programs, which determine eligibility and allocate resources to families. The CCDF also promotes child development and family self-sufficiency, playing a vital role in supporting working families across the country.