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Kids First childcare financial aid deadline is Aug. 1
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· July 8, 2026
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Key points Assistance is available to families with children under 5 years old who attend a participating licensed childcare program in Pitkin County. The deadline to apply is August 1, and assistance will begin on September 1.
Families in Aspen can apply for financial aid to help with childcare costs through the Kids First program. The program is offered by the city of Aspen and Kids First, and its goal is to support working families.
Assistance is available to families with children under 5 years old who attend a participating licensed childcare program in Pitkin County. Eligible families must live within the Aspen Urban Growth Boundary.
The deadline to apply is August 1, and assistance will begin on September 1. Further details about the program and application process are available from the city of Aspen and Kids First.
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Category: Local Published: July 8, 2026 Source: Aspen Times Reading time: 1 min
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