Head Start & Early Head Start

Administered by U.S. Dept of Health & Human Services · acf.hhs.gov

Free preschool and family support for children ages 0-5 from low-income families. Includes health screenings, nutrition, and parent engagement services.

Eligibility requirements

✓Child ages 0-5
✓Income at or below poverty level
✓Foster children regardless of income
✓Children with disabilities prioritized

Insider tip

Spots are limited — apply months before your child turns 3. Early Head Start (ages 0-3) is even more underenrolled than the regular program and easier to get into.

How to apply

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

Apply at acf.hhs.gov →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

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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