Philadelphia Department of Human Services / Office of Children and Families
Note: Childcare assistance program, not a home improvement grant. Listed for household budget help only.
Philadelphia Head Start / Early Head Start is available in Philadelphia, PA.
Philadelphia administers Head Start and Early Head Start through the Office of Children and Families, contracting with community-based organizations across the city. These programs provide free comprehensive early childhood education, health, dental, nutrition, and family support services. Philadelphia also funds PHLpreK, offering free pre-K for 3- and 4-year-olds from low-income families.
Head Start is free to eligible families, covers education, health, nutrition, and family services
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
In Philadelphia, PA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
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Deadline: Rolling, apply early; slots fill quickly
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Email us about this programApply directly with Philadelphia Department of Human Services / Office of Children and Families using the official program link on this page or call 215-683-6800. There is no middleman and no fee.
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