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Daycare Subsidy for Working Families in Jerusalem
Subsidized daycare (ages 3 months – 3 years) for families where both parents work. Amount calibrated by combined income.
About Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel's capital, hosts a large Israeli-Ethiopian community concentrated historically in the Gondar neighbourhood in the north and with significant presence in Kiryat HaYovel and other areas. The city is home to the Centre for Ethiopian Jewish Heritage and several traditional synagogues led by kessim, alongside a broad housing market.
Eligibility
- Both partners work at least 30 weekly hours (one at 24+)
- Family gross income below the annual ceiling (varies — check yearly)
- Child aged 3 months – 3 years
- Daycare recognized by the Ministry of Economy
Subsidy levels
- Tier 1: up to 75% off the daycare price
- Tiers 2–7: graduated discount by income
- Tier 8+: no subsidy
How to apply
- Login to the Ministry of Economy portal — personal account
- Submit digital application with income proof (3 recent payslips per parent)
- Choose a recognized daycare from the list
- Receive your tier within 14 days
🔗 Ministry of Economy — Daycare: gov.il
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Ethiopian community in Jerusalem
- Community population
- ~30,000
- Share of city
- ~4%
- Main neighbourhoods
- גונדר, קרית היובל, פסגת זאב
- Community services
- מרכז מורשת יהדות אתיופיה, ENP
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FAQ — Jerusalem
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Jerusalem?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Jerusalem numbers approximately ~30,000 residents — around ~4% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: גונדר, קרית היובל, פסגת זאב.
- How do I claim Daycare Subsidy for Working Families in Jerusalem?
- Contact the Jerusalem municipal welfare department — they are required to respond within 30 days. For support: מרכז מורשת יהדות אתיופיה, ENP.
- What community support is available in Jerusalem for this right?
- In Jerusalem, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: מרכז מורשת יהדות אתיופיה, ENP.
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