Upwards

For members of the Park City community

Claim your childcare scholarship

Upwards has partnered with Park City Municipal to support city residents and workforce in receiving financial aid for childcare. Sign up to claim funds and help stabilize our local providers!

Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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See if you qualify

Upwards subsidized childcare program

• Do you live or work in Park City (zip code 84060)?
• Do you have a child not yet eligible for kindergarten who attends a regulated childcare provider in Summit County?
• Do you make less than 100% of the AMI (Area Median Income)?
• Do you contribute more than 10% of your household income to childcare expenses?

If you answered yes to all, you’re likely eligible for a scholarship. All families are encouraged to apply should any scholarships open up that match your criteria.

Scholarship overview

Families may qualify for one of the following tuition scholarships
Resident Childcare Needs-Based
Infant & Toddler Childcare
PCMC
Employee
Residence or location Park City resident (zip code 84060)
Household income Less than 100% AMI (Area Median Income)
Childcare provider Regulated childcare provider in Summit County
Child age Up to kindergarten eligibility age
Minimum parent contribution 10% of household income per month
DWS support Income eligible applicants must apply for DWS support
Scholarship amount Difference between parent contribution (10% of income), state / federal benefits and $1,700 / month / child

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Start your application to claim funds

Next steps checklist

Make sure you have the following to complete your application

Upwards Income

Acceptable forms of proof of income
  • W-2 forms
  • 1099s
  • Paystubs
Include all income sources
  • Alimony
  • Unemployment
  • Social security or military income
  • State benefits
  • Disability
  • Child support
  • or other state cash awards or pensions

Upwards Identity

Documentation or proof of identity for parent(s) and child(ren) include
  • Birth certificate
  • Medicaid card
  • Baptism or blessing certificate
  • Foster care placement letter
  • Hospital certificate
  • I-94
  • Passport

Upwards State-awarded Benefits

Proof of state-awarded benefits such as
  • Housing vouchers
  • Utilities
  • EBT/food stamps
  • Other financial assistance equivalents

Upwards Address

Acceptable forms proof of residency or employment address
  • Recent copy of utility bill
  • Rental agreement
  • Mortgage statement in the parent’s name that lists the address

Frequently asked questions

Learn how Upwards makes it easy for families to connect with local childcare providers to receive support in accessing quality, affordable care.
Will I receive the scholarship award directly?
How do I know if I am approved?
How will my immigrant status be used?
Do I have to pay taxes on subsidy/scholarship awards received?