Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning
Note: Childcare assistance program, not a home improvement grant. Listed for household budget help only.
Georgia's Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) Program is available in Atlanta, GA.
Georgia's Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) program provides child care subsidies to low-income working families and those in approved education/training programs. Families choose from Quality Rated and other licensed providers. CAPS pays providers directly, with families contributing a co-payment based on income. The program prioritizes children from families receiving TANF and children in foster care.
Subsidy covers portion of childcare costs based on income; family pays sliding-scale co-payment
Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
In Atlanta, GA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
1-888-4GA-DECAL (1-888-442-3322)
A grant-savvy contractor in Atlanta, GA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Deadline: Rolling, year-round applications
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Email us about this programApply directly with Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning using the official program link on this page or call 1-888-4GA-DECAL (1-888-442-3322). There is no middleman and no fee.
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