Brave Little Heroes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting military, veteran, and first-responder families by providing childcare assistance and early childhood education support.

We offer: - Childcare assistance programs - Early childhood education support resources - Family-focused programs and community partnerships - Access to vetted list of childcare providers and early learning opportunities.

Families must be: - Active-duty military, reserve, or National Guard - Veterans - First responders (police, fire, EMS) Eligibility requirements may vary based on program availability and funding.

Visit our website and submit an application through our Family Assistance Portal. Our team will review your submission and contact you with next steps.

Brave Little Heroes accepts applications year-round. However, assistance is awarded based on available funding and program capacity.

- 2025 funding applications are now closed.

- Applications will reopen January 2026.

There is no cost. Some support services may vary based on program funding, but our mission is to reduce childcare expenses and create accessible early learning opportunities for hero families.

We are funded through donations, partnerships, grants, and community support. Every contribution directly impacts hero families and strengthens early childhood education access.

Yes — Brave Little Heroes is a registered nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

You can reach us through our contact form on the website, or email us directly at famlies@bravelittleheroes.org.

Yes. We actively partner with trusted childcare providers, early education centers, and community organizations to expand access to high-quality care and learning opportunities for hero families. If you're a provider and would like to join our network, please contact us.

Military, veteran, and first-responder families face unique challenges — unpredictable schedules, relocations, deployments, and high-stress environments. Childcare and early learning support ensures their children receive stability, development, and quality care while parents serve our communities.