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NC Tri-Share

Smart Start is excited to introduce you to NC’s Tri-Share Child Care Program, a groundbreaking solution that addresses the child care struggles faced by many employees and families.

What is NC Tri-Share?

The NC Tri-Share Program is a statewide public-private partnership that enhances child care for families, employers, and providers through a three-way cost split.

The NC Tri-Share Pilot divides the cost equally among three parties:

  1. Employers: Employers contribute as part of an employee benefit, attracting and retaining talent while supporting working families.
  2. Families: Families pay a fraction of the actual cost of child care.
  3. The State of NC: The State helps to increase child care access for working families statewide.

NC Tri-Share is administered by NCPC and the Smart Start Network across all North Carolina counties.

NC Tri-Share Goals Include:

  • Making high-quality child care affordable and accessible for working families
  • Helping employers retain and attract employees
  • Supporting the stabilization of child care businesses across the State.
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How Can You Become a part of
NC Tri-Share?

If you work in a county served by a Smart Start Local Partnership administering NC Tri-Share, you may be eligible to participate.

Families that qualify for participation in Tri-Share will be:

  • Employed by a participating business
  • Have a household income between 185% and 300% of the federal poverty level.
  • Otherwise ineligible for other subsidized child care
Household Size Yearly Income (185%-300% of federal poverty level)
Two Person $40,034 – $64,920
Three Person $50,542 – $81,960
Four Person $61,050 – $99,000
Five Person $71,558 – $116,040
Six Person $82,066 – $133,080
Seven Person $92,574 – $150,120
Eight Person $103,082 – $167,160

Your Employer Isn't Offering the Tri-Share Program?

Don’t worry, we have you covered!

Download this flyer that that will inform your employer how easy it is to sign up!

If your employer is already a part of the Tri-Share program, click the button below to join!

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