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DHS A+ Subsidy
The State Department of Human Services (DHS) provides funding for subsidies to cover the cost of the monthly after school A+ program fee to assist families in need.
Families who previously exceeded the income eligibility may now possibly qualify for this subsidy. The subsidy will cover the full monthly program fee.
Apply for AssistanceDHS Child Care Connections Subsidy
Families who require financial assistance but do not qualify via the income eligibility requirements for the DHS A+ subsidy, can apply for the DHS Child Care Connections subsidy. This funding provides partial tuition reimbursement directly to families.
What Are the Eligibility Requirements for Child Care Subsidy?Income Eligibility Calculator
Families who participate in the A+ Program may also qualify for financial assistance through the Department of Human Services( DHS) A+ Subsidy. To qualify, families must meet income eligibility requirements. DHS provides the A+ Programs with an Income Eligibility Table to assist families with qualifying for the subsidy.
For the 2026-2027 school year, DHS has increased the gross income limit for the A+ Program Subsidy to 300% of the Hawaiʻi Federal Poverty Level. As a result, families who previously exceeded the income eligibility limits may now be eligible.
Start by entering the Annual Gross Income from all sources in your household. Once complete, enter the number of people in your household and click the "Check Eligibility" button. Keep in mind, this calculator does not guarantee eligibility.