The Town of Acton has dedicated $30,000 of funding to offer a childcare subsidy program for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.
This new Childcare Subsidy Program is made possible through Article 5, approved at the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The program is designed to reduce financial barriers by helping eligible families afford childcare while pursuing employment, education, training, or job search activities. Eligible families may receive up to $2,000 per household to cover childcare or after-school care costs for children ages 13 and under. Funds may be used at DEEC-licensed childcare providers, the Acton Recreation “No School Days” program, or the Extended Day program through Community Education. Subsidies are available on a first-come, first-served basis to families with household incomes at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). Approved funds will be paid directly to the childcare provider. Applications will be open January 20th. To view the application, Click Here.
If you have questions about the program or application, please contact the Community Services Office at (978) 929-6651 or lducharme@actonma.gov.