The Office of Child Care Subsidy administers the subsidized child care program funded through the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF).The mission of the program is to provide Alabama’s low and moderate-income families with equal access to affordable and quality child care services as they participate in work, educational or training activities. Currently, the Department administers the program regionally through four (4) Child Care Management Agencies (CMA’s) in nine (9) regions.

Who is Eligible For Subsidized Day Care Services?

You may be eligible for services if you are making your home in Alabama and are employed and/or enrolled in school/training and making no more income than is allowable.

Child Care Management Agencies (CMA) Statewide Map
Application for Subsidized Child Care
Application for Subsidized Child Care (Spanish)
Statewide Day Care Centers Directory

More Information

Income Eligibility and Fee Criteria
Income Eligibility and Fee Criteria (Spanish)
Alabama 2024 Child Care Market Rate Survey
Notice of Client’s Rights
Notice of Client’s Rights (Spanish)
Provider Rates
Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program Consumer Statement

Contact Information

Subsidized Child Care