Contact the Head Start or Early Head Start program serving your community. They can explain the paperwork you should bring to apply.  Your local program will provide the required forms and answer your questions.
 
To find a Head Start or Early Head Start program near you, use the Head Start Locator. If you need more help to find a Head Start or Early Head Start program in your area, please call the Head Start Knowledge and Information Management Services toll free at 1-866-763-6481. We would be happy to assist you.
 
 
Who is Eligible?
 
Children birth to five and pregnant women are eligible for Head Start (3-5) or Early Head Start (0-3 and pregnant women) if they are homeless, receiving TANF or SSI, or if they are in foster care.  Another way they are considered eligible is if the family’s income is determined to be at or below the federal poverty level.  Some grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines as well.
 
Families are encouraged to apply as program staff will determine eligibility.