How much funding does Pathway I Early Learning Scholarship provide?

Pathway I Early Learning Scholarship provides Varies based on child's age, program type, county, and Parent Aware rating level in funding.

When is the deadline for Pathway I Early Learning Scholarship?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Pathway I Early Learning Scholarship

ANOKA COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Child Care Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies based on child's age, program type, county, and Parent Aware rating level

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Pathway I Early Learning Scholarship

Overview: An Early Learning Scholarship that helps families pay for high-quality child care and early education to prepare children for school. Scholarship funds are paid directly to the early childhood program chosen by the family.

Geographic Scope: Anoka County, Minnesota and statewide (scholarships can be used at any eligible program in Minnesota with Parent Aware Rating)

Age Range: Birth to 4 years old, with priority for children ages 3-5

Focus Areas:

Increase access to high-quality early childhood programs

Support children and families transitioning to school

Serve children with highest needs

Eligibility Requirements

Primary Eligibility:

Family income equal to or less than 185% of federal poverty level, OR

Family participates in one of these programs:

- Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)
- Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
- Free and Reduced-Price Lunch Program (FRLP)
- Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
- Food Support (SNAP)
- Head Start
- Foster Care

Priority Populations (children birth to 4 years):

Child of a teen parent under age 21 pursuing high school diploma or GED

Currently in foster care

In need of child protective services

Experienced homelessness in the last 24 months

Have an incarcerated parent

In or have a parent in substance use treatment program

In or have a parent in mental health treatment program

Experienced domestic violence

Have an Individualized Education Program (IEP, age 3-5) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP, age birth to 3)

General Requirements:

Must have Minnesota home address

Parent, legal guardian, or agency worker of child(ren)

Child must use scholarship at Parent Aware-rated program

Scholarships awarded for up to 12 months and "follow the child"

Income Limits (FY2020 poverty guidelines at 185%)

Family of 2: $32,227
Family of 3: $40,626
Family of 4: $49,025
Family of 5: $57,424
Family of 6: $65,823
Family of 7: $74,222
Family of 8: $82,621
Family of 9+: $91,020 (add $8,399 for each additional member)

Contact Information

Address: 1201 - 89th Avenue N.E. Suite 3500, Blaine, MN 55434 Email: accap@accap.org Phone: 763-783-4747

Notes: Applications will be denied if required documentation is not received with the application. Completing an application does not guarantee a scholarship.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Determine Eligibility: Verify your family meets income or program participation requirements
2. Locate Eligible Program: Find a Parent Aware-rated child care or early education program in your area at www.parentaware.org
3. Complete Application: Submit completed application with all required documentation
4. Submit Application: Apply via paper form or online at Early Learning Scholarships Hub
5. Receive Notification: Family will be notified of eligibility determination after processing

Required Materials

Proof of family income or participation in eligible programs
Proof of Minnesota residence
Child information and documentation
Parent/guardian identification

Application Format

Available in Multiple Languages:

English: Early Learning Scholarship – Pathway I Application
Spanish: Early Learning Scholarship – Pathway I Application_Spanish
Somali: Early Learning Scholarship – Pathway I Application_Somali
Hmong: Early Learning Scholarship – Pathway I Application_Hmong

Application Method:

Paper application (mail or in-person)

Online via Early Learning Scholarships Hub at EarlyLearningScholarshipsHub.mn.gov

Important Notes

No application fee
Applications are NOT saved; new application needed for new vacancies
Do not provide original documents
ACCAP does not make copies in their office
No updates provided on applications; contact only if more information is needed or application has been reviewed

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