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Federal Program

Head Start / Early Head Start

Administered by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services · acf.hhs.gov

Promotes school readiness for low-income children and families through education and health services.

Eligibility requirements

  • ✓Children 0-5, families at or below federal poverty level

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

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Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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