Alabama Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)

Alabama Department of Human Resources

Available Childcare

About This Program

Note: Childcare assistance program, not a home improvement grant. Listed for household budget help only.

Alabama Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) is available in Birmingham, AL.

Alabama's Child Care Assistance Program provides subsidies to income-eligible working families to help pay for licensed child care. Families choose from participating licensed providers. The state pays providers directly at reimbursement rates based on the provider's quality level in the Alabama Quality STARS system. Families contribute a sliding-scale co-payment.

Subsidy covers portion of childcare costs based on income; family pays sliding-scale co-payment

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Birmingham, AL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • State program administered under federal CCDF block grant
  • Eligibility: At or below 85% State Median Income; parent must be working, attending school, or in job training
  • Families choose their own licensed child care provider
  • Subsidy paid directly to provider; family pays income-based co-payment
  • Apply through your county/local social services office

How to Apply

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Deadline: Rolling, year-round applications

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for Alabama Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) in Birmingham, AL?

Apply directly with Alabama Department of Human Resources using the official program link on this page or call 1-334-242-1310. There is no middleman and no fee.

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