Balancing academic excellence with family responsibilities is a challenge many parents face. Purdue University recognizes this struggle and has introduced the 2025 Child Care Assistance Program, designed to alleviate the financial burden of child care for faculty and graduate students, enabling them to focus more on their work and studies.

The program is made possible through the generous support of the Patty Jischke Child Care Fund, combined with dedicated university funding. This dual financial backing ensures unprecedented support for eligible participants.

The primary goal of the initiative is to improve both the accessibility and affordability of child care services. By providing financial assistance, Purdue aims to create a more family-friendly environment for its academic community, allowing parents to secure quality child care without undue economic strain.

Prospective applicants should note that the submission deadline is Friday, August 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Complete application materials must be submitted by this time to be considered. Importantly, awards will not be granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Instead, the selection process will carefully evaluate each applicant's individual circumstances and needs to ensure optimal distribution of resources.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare thorough submissions that clearly demonstrate their specific requirements and qualifications. The university emphasizes that thoughtful preparation of application materials will best serve candidates in the review process.