While Kansas does not have a tri-share program, the following child care assistance options are available:
| Program | Type | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas Child Care Assistance | Subsidy | State child care subsidy program | Learn More |
| Kansas Children's Cabinet and Trust Fund | Early Childhood | Tobacco settlement funds for early childhood programs | Learn More |
| Links to Quality | Quality Rating | Kansas quality rating and improvement system | Learn More |
Common questions about child care assistance in Kansas
No, Kansas does not currently have a tri-share program. The state has the Kansas Children's Cabinet and Trust Fund supporting early childhood initiatives.
The Kansas Children's Cabinet and Trust Fund uses tobacco settlement funds to support early childhood programs and initiatives across the state.
Kansas offers Child Care Assistance subsidies, the Children's Cabinet programs, and Links to Quality provider ratings.
Yes, Kansas employers can implement duo-share programs and offer dependent care benefits to help employees with child care costs.
Child care in Kansas averages $8,000-$11,000 per year for infants, with higher costs in the Kansas City metro area.
Employers in Kansas can implement a Duo-Share program immediatelyโa two-way cost split between employer and employee that can be launched in 60-90 days without waiting for government funding.
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