Program Serving BRONX, NY

La Peninsula Community Organization, Inc. Head Start

A Head Start program operating 5 centers across 1 city. Each location has its own address and contact information.

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Main Office
711 Manida Street
Bronx NY
Contact Phone
(718) 542-1161
Locations
5 centers

About This Organization

La Peninsula Community Organization is a not-for-profit entity committed to serving the South Bronx community since 1965. It's federally funded Head Start Program services over 700 children and their families in the South Bronx region. The Head Start model of childcare services began in the early days of the Civil Rights Movement and was formalized in the mid 60’s. The mission then was to give children of poor families an enhanced educational, health, and social experience through enrollment in a Head Start Program. Head Start continues to embrace these goals as its primary mission for the communities it serves.
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Who is Eligible?

Head Start generally serves children ages 3 to 5 who meet local eligibility requirements. Pregnant women and children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines as well.

Families are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

La Peninsula Pre-Registration Selection Criteria & Eligibility To be eligible for services parents must bring:1. Proof of income - pay stub, EPFT Voucher2. Child's Birth Certificate3. Child's Health & Immunization Record4. Child's & Parent's Social Security Card5. Proof of Address - Copy of Lease or Utility BillLa Peninsula Catchment AreasCall or visit the site closest to you.

Center Locations

This program can operate more than one physical center. Each location below is its own listing with its own address and contact information.

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