πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊSouth Dakotaβ€ΊMeadeβ€ΊHead Start Programβ€ΊHowes
CHILDREN β€” SD

πŸ§’ Head Start Program in Howes, Meade, South Dakota β€” 2026

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

Free preschool programMax Benefit
1-866-763-6481Helpline
SDState
100% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Howes, South Dakota
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€” Howes, South Dakota
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4 in Howes: $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 Howes residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Meade Office
Visit offices near Howes. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Howes
  • Child birth certificate
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
  • Immunization records
❓ FAQs β€” Head Start Program in Howes
Who qualifies for Head Start Program in Howes, South Dakota?
Residents of Howes, Meade, South Dakota 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 Howes?
Apply online at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator, call 1-866-763-6481, or visit Meade office.
Is there a Head Start Program office in Howes?
The nearest office is in Meade. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” South Dakota Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Head Start Program changes in South Dakota.