Assistance in Paying for Child Care
If you or your child meets criteria, you may be eligible for child care services at reduced or no cost, offered by the Office of Early Learning in the Agency for Workforce Innovation (AWI). School Readiness scholarships are administered through Coordinated Child Care of Pinellas.
Who Qualifies?
- Children living in a low-income family. (see fee scale below)
- Children with special needs or developmental concerns.
- Parents or guardians that receive TANF or have received TANF within the last 12 months.
- Children under Protective Services.
- Children in foster care.
The chart below is the maximum allowable family income for School Readiness Scholarship.
| Family Size | Maximum Household Income |
|---|---|
| 2 | $21,855 |
| 3 | $27,465 |
| 4 | $33,075 |
| 5 | $38,685 |
| 6 | $44,295 |
| 7 | $49,905 |
| 8 | $55,515 |
| 9 | $61,125 |
| 10 | $66,735 |
Apply for a School Readiness Scholarship.
EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF PINELLAS COUNTY, INC.
5735 Rio Vista Drive • Clearwater, Florida 33760
Phone: (727) 548-1439 • Fax: (727) 548-1509
