1199SEIU Funds

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  • Summer Day Camp Reimbursement

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    (212) 564-2220
    ChildCare@1199Funds.org

    Summer Day Camp Reimbursement

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    For Ages 3 – 17

    The CCF offers a Summer Day Camp Reimbursement (SDCR) for members living outside of New York City and the metro area. Note: This benefit can also be used for children who require special accommodations based on dietary or religious restrictions. Submit your SDCR request before the deadline.

    PROGRAM GUIDELINES
    The CCF will only make payments to day camps that are licensed by, or registered with, the city, county or state. Selected providers must have a tax identification number and established course descriptions.
    This program cannot be used with providers who have contracts with CCF. This program is not intended for sleep-away camp programs. There are no exceptions to this rule.
    SDCR amounts are calculated using a weekly rate based on the number of dependents (see chart below).
    One Dependent Two Dependents Three Dependents Four or More Dependents
    SDCR Total Benefit Amount $1,520 $1,616 $1,696 $1,728
    REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
    Completed SDCR Form:
    Must be signed by the member and the provider.     		Program Brochure:
    Must include the program outline.
    Fee Schedule:
    This is required as a separate document if it’s not included in program brochure.    		 Student’s Enrollment Form:
    Must be signed by the member.
    Proof of Payment:
    Submit only one: canceled check (front & back); official receipt/letter from the provider; credit card/bank statement; or Zelle payment confirmation (Zelle receipts must include the provider’s name, child’s name, date(s) and amount(s) paid).

  • Special Needs Reimbursement

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    For Ages 6 – 17

    This reimbursement is available to members with parents of children between 6 and 17 years of age with severe disabilities characterized as autism, Down Syndrome, spina bifida or other disabilities as severe that require a similar level of care, whereby after-school care would not otherwise be available without a similar level of provider expertise.

    For more information, email us at ChildCare@1199Funds.org or call us at (212) 564-2220.

  • Day Care Reimbursement

    CONTACT US
    (212) 564-2220
    ChildCare@1199Funds.org

    Day Care Reimbursement

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    For Ages Newborn – 5

    If your child is newborn to five years of age, you may be eligible to be reimbursed for year-round, full-time day care or babysitting services. The reimbursement rate is based on your annual salary, number of dependents and type of care.For more information, email us at childcare@1199funds.org or call us at (212) 564-2220.

    Day Care Reimbursement Quarterly Reimbursement Scale for Licensed Care

    Annual Salary 1 Dependent 2 Dependents 3 Dependents 4 Dependents
    Up to $24,999 $780 $845 $910 $975
    $25,000 to $34,999 $650 $715 $780 $845
    $35,000 & above $520 $585 $650 $715

    Day Care Reimbursement Quarterly Reimbursement Scale for Unlicensed Care

    Annual Salary 1 Dependent 2 Dependents 3 Dependents 4 Dependents
    Up to $24,999 $455 $520 $585 $650
    $25,000 to $34,999 $325 $390 $455 $520
    $35,000 & above $195 $260 $325 $390

  • After-School Reimbursement

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    (212) 564-2220
    ChildCare@1199Funds.org

    After-School Reimbursement

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    For Ages 6 – 12
    You may be eligible to be reimbursed for part-time child care costs during the school year (40 weeks) if your child attends elementary school. This reimbursement is good for after-school or before-school care, and reimbursement is based on a flat rate of $28 per week per child for documented care and $14 per week per child for undocumented care.

    After-School Reimbursement Quarterly Reimbursement Scale for Licensed Care

    Maximum Annual Reimbursement First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter
    $30 × 40 Weeks = $1,200 Jan–Mar $360 Apr–Jun $360 Sept. Only $120 Oct–Dec $360

    After-School Reimbursement Quarterly Reimbursement Scale for Unlicensed Care

    Maximum Annual Reimbursement First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter
    $20 × 40 Weeks = $800 Jan–Mar $240 Apr–Jun $240 Sept. Only $80 Oct–Dec $240
    For more information, email us at ChildCare@1199Funds.org or call (212) 564-2220.

  • Holiday Sleep-Away Programs

    CONTACT US
    (212) 564-2220
    ChildCare@1199Funds.org

    Holiday Sleep-Away Programs

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    Many parents need childcare when their children are on school holiday break in February and April. The Holiday Sleep-Away Programs provide a fun and educational experience for all participants. Youth are encouraged to make new friends and are supported through personal growth in an enriching and safe environment. The Child Care Funds’ camp provider, Hands In 4 Youth (the home of Camp Vacamas), has separate living and program areas to accommodate both younger children and teens. They are accredited by the American Camp Association and operate in a facility with heated living areas, as well as indoor and outdoor activity spaces. All children are required to have up-to-date medical records to attend. Roundtrip transportation is provided from the New York metropolitan area.

    Sleep-away camp can be an intimidating transition for both parents and children. For many families, it’s the first time children are away from home. Camp gives children the opportunity to enhance their physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills. In turn, these skills help promote independence and self-confidence. To educate families about the programs, the Child Care Funds host two Online Open Houses in January. At the Online Open Houses, parents can have their questions answered directly by representatives from Hands In 4 Youth (the home of Camp Vacamas) and Child Care Funds staff.

    Holiday Sleep-Away Program

    For Children Ages 8 to 13

    Children attend two sessions (five days and four nights per session) during the winter AND spring recesses at Hands In 4 Youth (the home of Camp Vacamas) in West Milford, New Jersey. Programming engages children though STEAM activity options in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics; team-building exercises; arts and crafts; team sports and games; high and low ropes challenge courses; hiking; outdoor recreation; and nature exploration.

    Program Dates

    Winter Session: Monday, February 17 – Friday, February 21, 2025

    Spring Session: Monday, April 14 – Friday, April 18, 2025

    Teen Holiday Sleep-Away Program

    For Youth Ages 14 to 17

    Youth attend two sessions during the winter AND spring recesses (seven days and six nights for winter, and five days and four nights for spring) at Hands In 4 Youth (the home of Camp Vacamas) in West Milford, New Jersey. Program activities are age-appropriate and designed to engage teens in team-building and leadership development, team sports and games, debate, art, high and low ropes challenge courses, hiking, outdoor recreation, and nature exploration.

    Program Dates

    Winter Session: Saturday, February 15 – Friday, February 21, 2025

    Spring Session: Monday, April 14 – Friday, April 18, 2025

    Important Note: The Holiday Sleep-Away Programs are scheduled according to the New York City public school calendar.

    There is a co-payment for this program based on the sliding scale below.

    Holiday Sleep-Away Programs Sliding Fee Scale

    Annual Salary Co-Payment
    $25,000 to $29,999 $55
    $30,000 to $34,999 $60
    $35,000 to $39,999 $65
    $40,000 to $44,999 $70
    $45,000 and above $75

  • Eligibility for Child Care Benefits

    Eligibility for Child Care Benefits

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    To help working parents reconcile their work and family responsibilities, the Child Care Funds (CCF) help you access high quality, affordable child-care and youth-focused programs.

    To be eligible for CCF benefits, your employer must contribute to one of the 1199SEIU Funds. Select your Fund below to check eligibility requirements and to see if your employer participates.

    For more information on eligibility or distribution of Child Care Fund benefits, refer to your Summary Plan Description.

    Child Care Fund (National Benefit Fund)

    Are you eligible for Child Care Fund benefits?

    Generally, you are eligible for benefits through the Child Care Fund (CCF) if you:

    • Are employed on a full-time or part-time (two-fifths of a workweek) basis at a participating 1199SEIU institution or are part of a collective bargaining unit that contributes to the CCF;
    • Have passed the 90-day probationary period at your place of employment;
    • Have paid all previous co-payment balances and taxable CCF benefit costs;
    • Are not on workers’ compensation, short-term disability or NYS Paid Family Leave for more than 26 weeks combined;
    • Are legally responsible (by birth or adoption) for children between birth and age 17; and
    • Complete a program application; provide proof of employment and child(ren)’s dependency; and submit all required documentation by the registration deadline, usually October 31. (Visit our registration page for information about programs and to see this year’s deadline.)

    For more information on eligibility or benefit distribution, refer to your Summary Plan Description or contact us at CCFReg@1199Funds.org or (212) 564-2220.

    Check if Your Institution Is a Participating Employer

    We also recommend that you review the registration guidelines before applying for benefits.

    Greater New York Child Care Fund

    Are you eligible for Child Care benefits?

    Generally, you are eligible for benefits through the Child Care Fund (CCF) if you:

    • Are employed on a full-time or part-time (three-fifths of a workweek) basis at a participating 1199SEIU institution or are part of a collective bargaining unit that contributes to the CCF;
    • Have passed the 90-day probationary period at your place of employment;
    • Have paid all previous co-payment balances and taxable CCF benefit costs;
    • Are not on workers’ compensation, short-term disability or NYS Paid Family Leave for more than 26 weeks combined;
    • Are legally responsible (by birth or adoption) for children between birth and age 17; and
    • Complete a program application; provide proof of employment and child(ren)’s dependency; and submit all required documentation by the registration deadline, usually October 31. (Visit our registration page for information about programs and to see this year’s deadline.)

    For more information on eligibility or benefit distribution, contact us at CCFReg@1199Funds.org or (212) 564-2220.

    Check if Your Facility Is a Participating Employer

    We also recommend that you review the registration guidelines before applying for benefits.

    City of New York Education, Child and Eldercare Fund

    Are you eligible for Child Care Fund benefits?

    Generally, you are eligible for benefits through the 1199SEIU/City of New York Education, Child and Eldercare Fund if you:

    • Are employed on a full-time or part-time (a minimum of 70 hours in a 28-day cycle) basis at a participating 1199SEIU agency/facility or are part of a collective bargaining unit that contributes to the Child Care Fund (CCF);
    • Have passed the one-year probationary period at your place of employment;
    • Are not on workers’ compensation for more than 26 weeks;
    • Are legally responsible (by birth or adoption) for children between birth and age 17;
    • Have paid all previous co-payment balances and taxable CCF benefit costs; and
    • Complete a program application; provide proof of employment and child(ren)’s dependency; and submit all required documentation by the registration deadline, usually October 31. (Visit our registration page for information about programs and to see this year’s deadline.)

    For more information on eligibility or distribution of child care benefits, contact us at CCFReg@1199Funds.org or (212) 564-2220.

    We also recommend that you review the registration guidelines before applying for benefits.

  • Required Documents

    Required Documents

    REGISTER FOR 2026 CCF BENEFITS

    Online, virtual and in-person registration is open.

    2026 registration ends October 31, 2025, at 4:00 pm.

    Join us for an End of Registration Celebration on Saturday, October 18, 2025!

    More updates for 2026 to follow.

    For First-time Applicants

    You must submit the following documents, along with your application, to register:

    • IMPORTANT CHANGE: If you are a member of Wage or Eligibility Class I or II, you do not need to submit your paystubs anymore. However, you still need to provide your paystubs if you fall into any of these categories:
      • You work for an employer that does not contribute to the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund
      • You want to enroll your child in the Child Care Learning Center
      • You make less than $35,000 per year
      • You are receiving short-term disability, workers’ compensation or NYS Paid Family Medical Leave
    • If you are on workers’ compensation, short-term disability or NYS Paid Family Medical Leave, you must submit a copy of your last paystub and your most recent workers’ compensation, disability or NYS Paid Family Medical Leave stub. If the paystub is not available, a letter from your employer is required. The employer letter must include the following: member’s name; last four digits of the member’s Social Security number; hourly pay rate; date of hire; and weekly work hours. The expected date of return must be included for members on short-term disability or workers’ compensation.
    • A copy of your 1199SEIU Health Benefits ID Card, listing your dependents between birth and age 17. If your children are not listed on the 1199SEIU Health Benefits ID Card, other acceptable proof of legal dependency is required, such as
      • Adoption papers listing you as guardian
      • Birth certificate listing you as parent
      • A copy of last year’s signed federal tax return listing your adopted and/or biological child(ren)

      If your bargaining unit does not contribute to the 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds, you may submit your participating health insurance ID card, provided that your dependents are listed on it. If not, you must provide proof of legal dependency as listed above.

    • A copy of the Social Security card of each child for whom you are applying. The CCF cannot register any child without a Social Security number/card, including newborn children who do not have one. There are no exceptions to this rule.

    If you do not have a copy of a child’s Social Security card, you must provide the CCF with either of the following:

    • An original letter from the Social Security office showing the child’s Social Security number; or
    • A copy of last year’s signed federal tax return showing the child’s Social Security number.

    If you are missing any of the required documents, the CCF cannot register your child(ren).

    For Returning Applicants

    You must submit the following documents, along with your application, to register:

    • IMPORTANT CHANGE: If you are a member of Wage or Eligibility Class I or II, you do not need to submit your paystubs anymore. However, you still need to provide your paystubs if you fall into any of these categories:
      • You work for an employer that does not contribute to the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund
      • You want to enroll your child in the Child Care Learning Center
      • You make less than $35,000 per year
      • You are receiving short-term disability, workers’ compensation or NYS Paid Family Medical Leave
    • If you are on workers’ compensation, short-term disability or NYS Paid Family Medical Leave, you must submit a copy of your last paystub and your most recent workers’ compensation, disability or NYS Paid Family Medical Leave stub. If the paystub is not available, a letter from your employer is required. The employer letter must include the following: member’s name; last four digits of the member’s Social Security number; hourly pay rate; date of hire; and weekly work hours. The expected date of return must be included for members on short-term disability or workers’ compensation.
    • A copy of your 1199SEIU Health Benefits ID Card listing dependent children. If your children are not listed on the 1199SEIU Health Benefits ID Card, other acceptable proof of legal dependency is required, such as:
      • Adoption papers listing you as guardian
      • Birth certificate listing you as parent
      • A copy of last year’s signed federal tax return listing your adopted and/or biological child(ren)

      If your bargaining unit does not contribute to the 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds, you may submit your participating health insurance ID card, provided that your dependents are listed on it. If not, you must provide proof of legal dependency as listed above.

    • A copy of the Social Security card for each child who was not previously registered for a CCF program. The CCF cannot register any child without a Social Security number/card, including newborn children who do not have one. There are no exceptions to this rule. (If you have previously provided a child’s Social Security card, you do not need to provide it again.)

    If you do not have a copy of a child’s Social Security card, you must provide the CCF with either of the following:

    • An original letter from the Social Security office showing the child’s Social Security number; or
    • A copy of last year’s signed federal tax return showing the child’s Social Security number.

    If you are missing any of the required documents, the CCF cannot register your child(ren).

  • Anne Shore Camp Providers

    Choosing the Right Camp

    Before selecting your preferred camp providers/sessions, it’s important that you become familiar with them. Contact the camps and/or visit their websites to learn more about them, and make sure your child participates in the selection process. The more involved your child is, the more ownership he or she will feel, which can help your child be even more successful at camp!

    Consider the Following in Making Your Selections

    • Is the distance away from home a concern?
    • What is the preferred session length (i.e., short or long)?
    • Do we want a co-ed or same-gender camp?
    • What type of activities are offered? Does the camp have a specialty/focus, or does it offer traditional programming where children can try a little of everything ?
    • How is my child’s camp schedule created? Are activities assigned by the camp or are they selected by my child?
    • What are the camp’s facilities like?

      • Sleeping accommodations: cabin, dormitory or tent
      • Amenities: electricity in sleeping area, shower in sleeping area toilet in sleeping area
      • Waterfront: lake, pool or both
    • Are there required and/or optional additional fees (e.g., uniforms, canteen, private lessons, off-site trips, specialty programming, trunk and/or linen rentals, luggage transport, medication shipping/delivery service, laundry service, etc.)?
    • Does the camp’s mission and philosophy reinforce my own family’s values?
    • How will the camp communicate with me while my child is there?
    • How can I communicate with my child while he or she is at camp?

    All Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp (ASC) Program Providers are members of the American Camp Association. The participating camps are not endorsed by the ASC Program. All information herein is subject to change.

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  • Get Involved with the Child Care Funds

    The Child Care Advisory Committee

    The Child Care Advisory Committee is comprised of 1199SEIU members from participating institutions who help to shape the Funds’ programs in various communities, act as liaisons between institutions and the Funds, give the Funds important feedback on programs used, and help to register members during the registration period.

    Responsibilities of the Advisory Committee include:

    • Meeting monthly
    • Informing new and current members of Child Care Fund programs
    • Providing feedback on members’ child care needs to ensure their ability to balance work and family

    We encourage you to give us your input regarding the child care programs you need, and the ways in which we can best serve you. If you are interested in becoming an Advisory or Local Committee member, you can contact us online or download the recruitment form. You can also contact us at (212) 564-2220.

    Join the Advisory Committee

     

    Upcoming Advisory Committee Meetings

    • New Advisory Committee member meeting

      Wednesday, October 8, at 6:00 pm

      During this meeting, you will learn about the functions of the Advisory Committee and how you can act as a link between the institutions, the members and the Funds.

      Register Today

  • The Child Care Funds’ Mission

    1199SEIU/EMPLOYER CHILD CARE FUND MISSION STATEMENT

    The 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund (the “Fund” or “CCF”) will establish child care and youth programs and related services for Fund-eligible 1199SEIU bargaining unit members (“Members”) in order to increase their access to quality, affordable child care and youth-related services and information. To assist parents in reconciling their work and family responsibilities, the Fund will provide programs and services that meet the particular needs of children from infancy through age 17.

    The Fund shall be guided by the following principles:

    • Nurturing Educational Environments. Safe, responsive and educationally stimulating environments best serve the child care needs of members and their children.
    • Cultural Diversity. Racial, ethnic and economic diversity foster cooperative experiences for children and employees.
    • Fiscal Responsibility. Fund assets shall be spent for the benefit of as many children as possible while maintaining quality and meeting all regulatory requirements.
    • Union/Management Participation. Cooperation among all constituents maximizes the effectiveness of the Fund.