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Daycare Subsidy for Working Families in Kiryat Shmona
Subsidized daycare (ages 3 months – 3 years) for families where both parents work. Amount calibrated by combined income.
About Kiryat Shmona
Kiryat Shmona, located in the Upper Galilee, hosts a small Israeli-Ethiopian community that enjoys the scenery and proximity to nature. The real-estate market offers properties at very low prices, alongside known security challenges.
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 Kiryat Shmona
- Community population
- ~1,000
- Share of city
- ~6%
- Main neighbourhoods
- מרכז, דרום
- Community services
- ENP, מרכז קהילתי
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FAQ — Kiryat Shmona
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Kiryat Shmona?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Kiryat Shmona numbers approximately ~1,000 residents — around ~6% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: מרכז, דרום.
- How do I claim Daycare Subsidy for Working Families in Kiryat Shmona?
- Contact the Kiryat Shmona municipal welfare department — they are required to respond within 30 days. For support: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.
- What community support is available in Kiryat Shmona for this right?
- In Kiryat Shmona, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.
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