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Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Child Care Program

The Northwestern Band of Shoshone receives funding for State-licensed and in-home-licensed daycare for any enrolled tribal members of a federally recognized tribe. 

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Requirements for Eligibility

All childcare applicants must submit the following:

  1. The applicant must be able to provide proof of enrollment in a Federally Recognized Tribe (Native American or Alaska Native).
  2. The applicant must live in one of the following counties: Utah – Cache, Box Elder, Weber, Davis, or Salt Lake counties. Idaho – Bannock, Bonneville, Cassia, Oneida, Franklin, Power, Bear Lake or Bingham counties.
  3. The child/children must be under the age of 13 at the time the parent &/or guardian has been enrolled into the NWBSN Childcare Program.
  4. The applicant must be able to provide recent child/children’s immunization records.
  5. The parent(s) &/or guardian(s) living in the home must be working at least 15 hours per week &/or attending school.

PLEASE CONTACT THE PROGRAM FOR MORE INFORMATION

Press Release


The Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation (NWBSN) values open communication and respectful dialogue with our partners and the broader community. Recently, a tribal member, Darren Parry, shared personal views publicly. We wish to clarify that these comments do not represent the official voice or position of the NWBSN.

As with many sovereign tribal nations, the NWBSN speaks through designated representatives to ensure accuracy, unity, and respect for our cultural and governmental processes. We kindly ask that organisations and media outlets reach out directly to the Tribe when seeking official statements or perspectives.

We appreciate your understanding and continued partnership.

Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation

 

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