New York State Building Trades Child Care Scholarship Program

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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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.

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