TAMPA, Fla. — Some extra help is coming for families affected by Hurricane Maria or Irma.

  • Program has 2 eligibility requirements
  • Coalition received more than $100,000
  • Residents can call ELCHC at 813-515-2340

The Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County has partnered with United Way and the Community Foundation to offer financial assistance for childcare.

The program has two eligibility requirements:

  • Parents/guardians must be living in Hillsborough County
  • Children must be 12 years old or younger

The coalition recently received more than $100,000 after the need for childcare assistance for these families became apparent over the past year. 

"We're here to help our families, as I said, (from) 8:30-4:30, and to ensure that they're accessing the support that they need after the effects of Hurricane Maria," said Abigail Perez with the ELCHC. 

Interested families can reach out to dvega@elchc.org or jmontes@elchc.org to schedule an appointment and complete the required paperwork.

Families can also call the ELCHC at 813-515-2340.