Official Website: https://www.doe.virginia.gov/programs-services/early-childhood
Common questions about child care assistance in Virginia
The Early Childhood Access Program (ECAP) is Virginia's employer match child care initiative with $5M in approved budget funding to help working families afford child care.
Families must be employed by a participating employer and meet income guidelines. The program targets working families who need child care assistance.
Virginia's ECAP program is launching in 2025 following budget approval.
Employers can contact the Virginia Department of Education to learn about participating in ECAP.
Virginia offers ECAP, child care subsidies, and Virginia Quality ratings for providers.
Employers in Virginia 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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