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πŸ§’ Head Start Program in Tar Heel, Bladen, North Carolina β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Tar Heel residents

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100% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Tar Heel, North Carolina
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Tar Heel, North Carolina
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4 in Tar Heel: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-866-763-6481
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Tar Heel residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Bladen Office
Visit offices near Tar Heel. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Tar Heel
  • Child birth certificate
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
  • Immunization records
❓ FAQs β€” Head Start Program in Tar Heel
Who qualifies for Head Start Program in Tar Heel, North Carolina?
Residents of Tar Heel, Bladen, North Carolina with income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-866-763-6481.
How to apply for Head Start Program in Tar Heel?
Apply online at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator, call 1-866-763-6481, or visit Bladen office.
Is there a Head Start Program office in Tar Heel?
The nearest office is in Bladen. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” North Carolina Alerts 2026
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