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NYS BCTC CHILD CARE SCHOLARSHIP - (9/26/2025)

Child Care Scholarship Program

New York State Building Trades Child Care Scholarship Program

VIEW THE FLYER FROM THE NYS BCTC HERE!

Application Information

Part 1: Applicant Eligibility

  • Must be a New York State resident living in New York City.
  • Must be currently enrolled in an Apprenticeship Readiness Program. Examples include:
    • Construction Skills (NYC)
    • Helmet to Hardhats (NYC)
    • Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NYC)
    • Pathways to Apprenticeship (NYC)
  • Must be a registered apprentice or journeyworker living in a community designated as underserved by New York State.
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  • Child care provider must be licensed or registered with the NYS Office of Child & Family Services (OCFS).
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Part 2: Program Guidelines

  • Program runs from September 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.
  • Monthly payments are made directly to the licensed or registered child care provider.
  • Applicants must:
    • Submit all required documentation (see Part 3).
    • Confirm provider is licensed or registered with OCFS before applying.
    • Send completed applications and documents to: tradeschildcare@wdiny.org
    • Be a union member in good standing.

Part 3: Required Documents

Category Accepted Documents
Proof of Residency NYS ID, Driver’s License, Learner Permit, Lease Agreement, Paystub, Bank/Credit Statement (dated within 30 days)
Proof of Enrollment Letter from Training Director or Instructor (on letterhead, dated, signed) or other document showing current enrollment.
If unavailable, contact: tradeschildcare@wdiny.org
Proof of Status NYS DOL Apprenticeship Agreement (AT 401), Letter from Union Contact.
If unavailable, contact: tradeschildcare@wdiny.org
Proof of Parental Relationship Birth Certificate for each child applying for the scholarship

ELIGIBLE MEMBERS, REQUEST YOUR APPLICATION HERE!

 

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