The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a $52,367,531 Child Care and Development Block Grant (CFDA 93.575) to the Iowa Department of Human Services (Iowa DHS), Division of Fiscal Management, to support child care services for low-income families in Iowa. This three-year grant, awarded on December 21, 2024, will fund child care subsidies, quality improvement initiatives, workforce development programs, and research on child care policies and practices. As the primary social services agency in Iowa, the Iowa DHS will partner with local providers, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations to deliver these essential child care services across the state. The grant reflects the department's central role in administering safety net programs and social services to support vulnerable populations in Iowa.
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