Federal Grant Award Summary

The Office of Child Care, under the Department of Health and Human Services, awarded the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) in Washington State $43.98 million through the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Mandatory and Matching Funds program (CFDA 93.596) on October 1, 2025. This formula grant, which extends through September 30, 2028, supports DCYF's provision of child care assistance and early learning services to low-income families throughout Washington State, enabling parents to access affordable, quality child care while working or pursuing education and training opportunities.

Under this award, DCYF administers a comprehensive child care portfolio that includes child care subsidies for eligible families, child care resource and referral network services, early learning navigator programs, and quality improvement initiatives. As the designated lead agency, DCYF issues sub-awards to local governments, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and tribal organizations to deliver these services across the state. The funding supports DCYF's broader mission of enhancing child development, promoting family stability, and ensuring that vulnerable children and families receive protective and supportive interventions aligned with federal CCDF program requirements.