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Child Care Assistance Program

The Child Care Assistance Program provides assistance for child care expenses to eligible families that meet the income criteria. Child Care Assistance in Alaska is known as (PASS) “Parents Achieving Self Sufficiency.” 

The Municipality of Anchorage Child Care Assistance Program offers PASS II and PASS III assistance. The Program provides coverage for children under the age of 13 and children with special needs up to age 19.

The PASS 1 program provides child care assistance for families receiving benefits under the Alaska Temporary Assistance Program and is available through the Alaska Public Assistance office at 269-6000.

Eligibility Requirements

Child Care Assistance is available to help pay child care costs while a parent or guardian is in an eligible activity. Eligible Activities include: working, attending school, job training or looking for a job (up to 80 hours). Children eligible for the program must be under the age of 13. Children certified by a physician with a developmental disability may be covered up to age 19.

How the Program Works

The Municipality Child Care Assistance Program offers assistance to help eligible parents pay for child care costs while working, attending school, job training or looking for a job (up to 80 hours). Applications may be mailed, faxed or brought in to our office after completion. All Applications will be processed within 30 days. Once approved, an authorization is given to the child care provider and parent that explains the amount the State will contribute towards childcare costs.  The authorization also lists the amount the parent is responsible for paying, this is known as the parent’s co-pay.

How Do You Apply?

Applications for new families can be requested by calling the Municipality of Anchorage Child Care Assistance program at (907)343-6700 or by picking up an application at 825 L Street, Suite 215.

What do you need to bring when you apply?

The following items need to be brought to our office for eligibility determination:

1. The Completed and Signed Application
2. Proof of School Schedule (if Applicable) 
3. Copy of your Government issued Photo Identification
4. Copies of proof of age for each child that will be receiving Child Care Assistance.
5. 5. Proof of Child Support you are legally obligated to pay (if applicable). 
6. Proof of Child Custody (By court order or affidavit).
7. Proof of all earned income received by you and any other adult in your family.
8. Proof of unearned income for all members of your family.
9. For self employed individuals only – Provide a copy of your business license, your most recently completed federal tax return and income and  expense records or other documentation of adjusted gross income and  allowable costs of doing business.
10. Proof of any ongoing medical or dental payments (if applicable). What are the Income Guidelines for this Program? Eligibility is based on your family size and your monthly gross income (before taxes).

Family Size Income Limit 

How can I find an eligible Child Care Provider?

Prior to participation in the Child Care Assistance Program, the family must select a Child Care Provider. To obtain assistance in locating an eligible Child Care Provider, parents can call Threads at (907)563-1996, or  visit their office in Anchorage at 3350 Commercial Drive Suite #203.  

A Child Care Provider is required to be Approved or Licensed by the Municipality of Anchorage or the State Child Care Program Office to be eligible to participate in our program.

To obtain more information on Municipal Licensed Child Care Homes or Centers, visit the Municipality Child Adult Care Office located on the 3rd floor at 825 "L" Street, or call (907) 343-6536.