Child Care Scholarships - United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County
Child Care Scholarships
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Supporting Parents Pursuing Higher Education and Job Training

United Way’s Child Care Scholarship provides a pathway to stability and success for parents working toward a better future. Designed specifically for parents pursuing an undergraduate degree or participating in long-term job training and workforce development programs, this support makes it easier to balance the demands of school, work and parenting. Along with financial assistance for child care, the program connects families to essential resources and services that help them thrive in the classroom, in their careers and at home.

Important Notice to Applicants: We receive a high volume of applications and not every applicant will be selected for the program. Applications are thoroughly reviewed by a Volunteer Review Panel.

Scholarship Eligibility

Parents selected for a United Way Child Care Scholarship must meet the following criteria:

  • Pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree for the first time or attending a workforce development training program (training program must take place over a minimum of 4 months)
  • Enrolled with an academic institution or workforce development program
    • Minimum of 12 hours per semester or be considered full-time
    • Minimum of 6 hours per semester if working a minimum of 19 hours per week
  • Committed to maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Have demonstrated financial need (applicant will be required to verify household income and expenses during the application process)
  • Not enrolled in any other subsidized child care program
  • Is a citizen or legal resident of the United States and a resident of Bexar County

Scholarship Program Expectations

Parents selected for a United Way Child Care Scholarship must meet the following expectations:

  • Complete a financial literacy course (must submit proof of program completion)
  • Meet with a United Way Child Care Scholarship Coordinator monthly
The application will be open from August 25, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. to October
19, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions

The agency name is your first and last name.

You may leave that blank.

No. You can submit a clear screenshot of your unofficial
transcript.

No.

Most people complete the application in less than an hour.

Yes, you should still apply. You do not have to have a child care center at the time of the application.

The application asks short answer questions.

Suggestion: The judges are looking for you to fully answer each question. The better you answer, the better your chances!

The scholarship awards over half of the individuals who apply.

Yes. The Dual Generation Initiative also offers child care assistance.

Women United

Learn more about the group behind United Way Child Care Scholarships