Join the $1 Million Child Care Pilot. We match your child care contributions dollar-for-dollar.
Select your role to see how the Dallas County Child Care Employer Match Program benefits you
Dallas County matches your investment dollar-for-dollar. Reduce turnover, boost productivity, and claim federal tax credits.
Employer Benefits โ ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆSave up to $3,000 per year on child care when your employer joins the program. Access 230,000+ providers.
Parent Benefits โ ๐ซConnect with families ready to enroll. Receive direct multi-source payments and showcase your program.
Provider Benefits โA simple, powerful model that multiplies every dollar invested in child care
Employer
$1,500
per child / year
Dallas County
$1,500
1:1 match
Family Benefit
$3,000
per child / year
The Workforce Behind the Workforce
When parents can afford quality child care, employers get reliable, focused employees.
Dallas County Official Press Release
It is a $1 million pilot program where Dallas County matches employer child care contributions dollar-for-dollar, up to $1,500 per child per year. This means families can receive up to $3,000 per child annually in combined support.
Employers must be headquartered or operating within Dallas County. Employees must meet income eligibility requirements (generally up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level). The program is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Visit the employer page for the interest form and full details on eligibility, the application process, and required documentation.
Families can access a network of licensed child care providers in the Dallas County area. The program provides a Premium Membership that gives 24/7 real-time access to over 230,000 providers nationwide.
Yes. Space in the pilot is limited. Employers and families are encouraged to apply early to secure their spot in the program.
The program covers all of Dallas County, including Dallas, Irving, Garland, Grand Prairie, Mesquite, Richardson, Carrollton, DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Duncanville, Rowlett, Balch Springs, Highland Park, University Park, and more.
Space is limited. Apply now to secure dollar-for-dollar matching funds for your employees' child care.