Childcare
Get Support to Ensure Your Success
Complete your degree with peace of mind.
Balancing education and childcare can be challenging. Let us help lighten the load. We offer financial assistance to eligible UW-Green Bay students who utilize childcare services, so you can focus on your studies knowing your child's care is covered.
What's Covered
Support comes from the Student Government Association’s (SGA) childcare fund as well from the U.S. Dept of Education through the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program.
Licensed Childcare Facilities
(CCAMPIS Funds)
Students who are using a childcare facility licensed/certified by the state are eligible for up to $2,400 through the CCAMPIS program. Payments are made directly to the childcare facility.
Due to a requirement of the federal grant, the student is responsible for acquiring a federal W-9 form with the Employer Identification Number (EIN) or appropriate Social Security number included. The W-9 form will need to be completed by the provider and submitted at the time the student fills out the online application.
Unlicensed Childcare
(SGA Funds)
The university recognizes there are many reasons from financial to logistical to cultural, to use some form of in-home childcare. This may be paid or unpaid care. The grants are awarded on general requirements above, with additional eligibility requirements and while semester funding is available.
Students who are using an unlicensed childcare provider may be eligible for an amount up to $500 through the SGA program.
The Verification Form needs to be submitted along with the online application prior to the request being processed. Payment will be made directly to the student either through direct depositor a check.
Eligibility for Childcare Funds
One student per family will be eligible for funds so the greatest number of families may receive support. The grants are awarded on a need-based system and various eligibility requirements, and while semester funding is available.
General Requirements
You must meet the following requirements in order to be eligible for any funding through the Phoenix Childcare Support Program:
- Must be a currently enrolled student for the semester of your request
- Must be in good academic standing or able to demonstrate an action plan, with their Academic Advisor, for returning to good standing.
- Must have a dependent child or children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years of age.
- Have completed a FAFSA (Financial Aid Application) and demonstrated a financial need or Pell Grant eligibility.
- Have not reached your cost of attendance financial aid cap.
- Must complete an educational online module through the Phoenix Childcare Support Program each semester during which funds are awarded.
- Submit the appropriate documentation with the application prior to consideration.
Current Recipients
If you were approved for childcare support, please complete the online educational program in Canvas to receive support.
How to Apply
The application for the upcoming semester won't open until approximately one month from the first day of classes. Applications will not be processed until at least one day after the first day of classes.
1 Complete the FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your gateway to receiving support.
2 Submit your online application
To apply, complete the online Phoenix Childcare Support application.
3 Complete additional forms
In addition to the online application, the following documentation must be submitted:
- Licensed Childcare Facilities (CCAMPIS Funds): submit a W-9
- In-home care (SGA Funds): submit the Non-Licensed/Certified Childcare Verification Form after it has been notarized.
4 Receive notification of approval
After applying, an auto generated confirmation email will be sent to your UW-Green Bay email account. You will also receive a follow up email stating that you were approved or denied with a rationale. You can expect to be notified right away if you apply during the semester. If applying for an upcoming semester, expect to hear back shortly before the beginning of the next semester. Application status can be checked at anytime by contacting the Dean of Students office.
5 Get funds
Learn how to secure this financial resource based on what childcare you prefer:
- CCAMPIS funds will be sent directly to the child's childcare facility.
- SGA funds will be given directly to the student through direct deposit if they have direct deposit information on record with financial aid, or they will be mailed a check.
6 Succeed and Graduate!
With peace of mind that your child is well cared for, you can focus on earning your degree.
Meet a
Phoenix
"I owe many thanks to the Phoenix Childcare Support Program for their support given to me during my time attending UW-Green Bay online. Without their grants, not only would I have the stress about finances, but I wouldn't have that time allowance to dedicate solely to my education. Both are invaluable when it comes to earning a bachelor's degree.
Thank you from myself, Amber, and my daughter, Leigh.
Amber Peck
Get the Help You Need
If you need more information about accessing childcare, get in touch with our team by calling 920-465-2152 or emailing childcare@uwgb.edu.