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Kids First childcare financial aid deadline is Nov. 1

City of Aspen

Mirrored from aspen.gov, last checked October 19, 2026. This is a courtesy copy, not the official record. Confirm dates and deadlines with City of Aspen before acting on them.

Published October 6, 2026 Pitkin County

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The City of Aspen and Kids First announce that applications for their annual childcare financial aid program are due by November 1.

Public Service Announcement**

Kids First childcare financial aid deadline is Nov. 1

**Aspen, CO – **The city of Aspen and Kids First offer an annual financial aid program to help working families offset the cost of childcare. Applications are due on Nov. 1, with assistance beginning on Dec. 1. Families who are already receiving financial aid do not need to reapply.

Kids First is a dedicated early childhood resource focused on supporting quality and affordable childcare options for families in Aspen. Recognizing the financial challenges that working families face in securing childcare, Kids First strives to ease the burden through financial assistance.

To apply or learn more, please visit aspen.gov/316/Financial-Aid.

For questions regarding applying, call Candace Sipsey at (970) 920-5370 or email [email protected].

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information please contact:
Candace Sipsey, Kids First Financial Program Coordinator
Phone: 970-920-5370
Email: [email protected]
Madie Bailey, Communications Coordinator
Phone: (970) 309-1569
Email: [email protected]

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