Iredell County COVID-19 Education Fund
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Overview
Iredell County COVID-19 Education Fund
Funder: Joint partnership between United Way of Iredell County, Iredell County Government, and Iredell-Statesville School System
Geographic Scope: Iredell County, NC
Overview:
Established in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this fund supports academic excellence for students and economic success for families during pandemic-related disruptions. The fund addresses two specific problems: families unable to afford childcare while working or attending school virtually, and lack of mental and social interaction for youth.
Program Components:
- Purpose: Help provide childcare to low-income, employed families on days when children are not attending school on site
- Eligible Activities: School-age childcare (ages 5-18)
- Participating Providers: Licensed Iredell County childcare centers
- Application: Only licensed childcare centers can request directly
- Award Structure: Paid on first-come, first-served basis while funds available
- Contact for Centers: BEckerman@uwiredell.org
1. Childcare Scholarship Program
- Award Period: Monthly payments from 7/1/20 - 6/30/21
- Distribution: Through United Way Community Investment Process
2. Ongoing Grants to Child-Serving Agencies
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For any human service needs, individuals can call 2-1-1 (or 1-888-892-1162) for professional guidance.
How to Apply
Application Process
#### For Families Seeking Childcare Scholarships:
1. Eligibility Check:
- Family must qualify for free and reduced lunches
- Contact school district or provider for eligibility verification
- Children must be ages 5-18
2. Find Licensed Provider:
- Locate licensed childcare programs in Iredell County
- List available at: https://www.iredellnc.com/guides/374-iss-school-age-childcare-programs
3. Enrollment Process:
- Work with chosen licensed childcare provider
- Provider submits scholarship request
- Scholarships awarded on first-come, first-served basis
- Note: Scholarships not guaranteed, subject to available funds
#### For Licensed Childcare Providers:
1. Participate in Program:
- Contact Brett Eckerman to register as participating center
- Email: BEckerman@uwiredell.org
- Request slots in advance for school-age children
2. Process Scholarship Requests:
- Only childcare centers can request scholarships directly
- Submit requests to BEckerman@uwiredell.org
- Scholarships available for eligible families on first-come, first-served basis
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