Wisconsin Shares is a child care subsidy program run by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. It’s available for eligible families who need help affording child care. To qualify, children must be under 13 years-old or those under 19 who have special needs. Teen parents may be eligible if they are still pursing their high school degree. Parents who participate in a W-2 employment program or receive food stamps may also be able to enroll in Wisconsin Shares. To participate, families must meet specific income-based guidelines. Go to the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families’ page on Wisconsin Shares to learn more.
How to get started:
To get started in the enrollment process, find the programs in your area by using the online Head Start Locator.
Many programs use the Federal Poverty Line as a guide for financial assistance with child care. If your annual income is at or below the poverty line, you may qualify for financial help. These are the guidelines:
• A family of 1 must make less than $11,490 per year.
• A family of 2 must make less than $15,510 per year.
• A family of 3 must make less than $19,530 per year.
• A family of 4 must make less than $23,550 per year.
• A family of 5 must make less than $27,570 per year.
• A family of 6 must make less than $31,590 per year.
• A family of 7 must make less than $35,610 per year.
• A family of 8 must make less than $39,630 per year.
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