Articles in this category What is the Federal Childcare Subsidy Program? Public Law 107-67, Section 630, permits Federal agencies, at their discretion, to use appropriated funds normally available for salaries to assist their eligible employees with childcare costs. Where can I find eligibility information? Each Federal Agency establishes their own eligibility guidelines for participation in the Childcare Subsidy Program ("CCSP"). You can find out more by visiting the agency's program information page.Ag... After applying how will I be notified of a decision? After receiving your completed application packet, Lewis River Services will evaluate the information submitted within 7 business days. You will receive a decision letter that contains the award amoun... What childcare providers are eligible? The childcare provider can be a home-based childcare facility, center-based childcare facility, or federally sponsored childcare facility. The childcare provider must be licensed and/or regulated in t... How are childcare subsidies paid to a provider? If you are currently an enrolled participant and childcare provider in a program administered by Lewis River Services. Participants and their providers at the end of the month are required to complete... What are the tax implications for participation in the program? The tax laws regarding childcare subsidies are complicated. You should be aware that there could be tax consequences to receiving childcare subsidy assistance greater than $2,500 per year (if married,... How long can I participate in the program? Participation is based on the calendar year. Your decision letter will have a start date of enrollment. Each year both participants and providers are required to recertify their eligibility to partici... How many participants can be enrolled in the program? Each Federal Agency establishes how much funding is allocated towards paying the childcare subsidy program costs. This means participation limits can vary, change, or terminate at any time and without...