About Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC)
Subsidized childcare for working families, students, and parents in job training. Reduces childcare costs based on income and family size. Covers children through age 12 (or 18 with special needs).
How to Apply in Ohio
- Apply at your county Department of Job and Family Services (DJFS)
- Or apply online at benefits.ohio.gov
- You must be working, in school, or in a job training program
- Choose a licensed childcare provider from the ODJFS directory
- Co-pay amounts depend on income and family size
Documents You May Need
- Proof of income
- Proof of employment, school enrollment, or training
- Children's birth certificates
- Proof of Ohio residency
Contact & Official Links
Official website: jfs.ohio.gov/families/child-care
See Everything You Qualify For in Ohio
Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) worth?
Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC): Worth ~$700/month per child. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$700 per month.
Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC): Worth ~$700/month per child. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$700 per month.
How do I apply for Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) in Ohio?
To apply: Apply at your county Department of Job and Family Services (DJFS). Or apply online at benefits.ohio.gov. You must be working, in school, or in a job training program. Official website: https://jfs.ohio.gov/families/child-care
To apply: Apply at your county Department of Job and Family Services (DJFS). Or apply online at benefits.ohio.gov. You must be working, in school, or in a job training program. Official website: https://jfs.ohio.gov/families/child-care
Who qualifies for Ohio Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC)?
Subsidized childcare for working families, students, and parents in job training. Reduces childcare costs based on income and family size. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Subsidized childcare for working families, students, and parents in job training. Reduces childcare costs based on income and family size. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.