CCKA Child Care

Scholarship Program

About the Program

Supporting Families, Strengthening Communities

The CCKA Child Care Scholarship Program is designed to help families who are struggling with child care costs but don’t qualify for Illinois’ CCAP assistance. Our goal is to keep parents in the workforce and ensure children receive the quality care they deserve.


Scholarships provide monthly financial support to help offset licensed child care expenses, with funds paid directly to local providers.


Learn more about our program details below.

Empowering Families With the Support They Need

Who Can Apply?

To qualify for the CCKA Scholarship Program, you must:

  • Be a resident of Illinois and live in Crawford County
  • Have applied for and been denied CCAP within the last 60 days (due to income), or submit recent pay stubs if CCAP denial isn't available
  • Be seeking care from a licensed child care provider in Crawford County
  • Be employed or enrolled in an eligible educational program
  • Have a household income that falls between 225%–275% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
    (See Income Guidelines)
  • Be nominated by your licensed provider and have an account in good standing


Application Dates & Process

Application Windows:


  • Wave 1: April 1 – May 1 at 5:00 PM CST
  • Wave 2: June 1 – July 1 at 5:00 PM CST


Processing Time: Approx. 30 days from the deadline.


All applications are reviewed based on financial need and available scholarship funds.

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