Child Welfare Grants

Last updated October 17, 2026

Grantable tracks 371 active child welfare grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 11 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 135 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 371; from 303 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $10K–$100K
Total listed funding: $25.5M; across 135 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 11; 22 with a published date

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Saul O Sidore Memorial Foundation Grant Saul O Sidore Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saul O Sidore Memorial Foundation provides grants exclusively to charitable non-profit organizations and educational institutions.	Not published	Varies
Leo Goodwin Foundation Grant Leo Goodwin Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Leo Goodwin Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that enrich lives, inspire hope, and promote good health in the community.	Not published	Varies
Michigan Elks Major Project Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks #323 · Foundation Not published · Varies To assist special needs children in Michigan with obtaining necessary treatment and support.	Not published	Varies
FY27 APS Adoption and Guardianship Support and Preservation Services Program State Not published · Varies This opportunity is managed through the Illinois GMS/AmpliFund system.	Not published	Varies
Chapman Foundation Grant Alvah H & Wyline P Chapman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alvah H. and Wyline P. Chapman Foundation offers grants to support charitable, educational, and community-focused initiatives, primarily in Florida and Georgia. Eligible applicants must be IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	Varies
Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation Grant The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S Hartman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation Grant supports social justice litigation in the U.S. by providing funding to organizations involved in systemic legal cases.	Not published	Varies
Field of Interest Funds: Fred and Eva V. Stebler Fund Grant Inland Empire Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Fred and Eva V. Stebler Fund Grant, offered by the Inland Empire Community Foundation, focuses on providing financial support for the treatment and care of indigent children with special needs in Riverside County.	Not published	$10K
HealthySteps RFP Grant New York State Office of Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $21.3M The New York State Office of Mental Health is offering funding through the HealthySteps RFP to enhance the implementation of the HealthySteps program.	Not published	Up to $21.3M
Catherine Holmes Wilkins Charitable Foundation Grant Wilkins Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Catherine Holmes Wilkins Charitable Foundation Grant provides funding for qualified medical research and social service agencies in the Puget Sound region.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Allan C. and Lelia J. Garden Foundation Grant Tr Allan C & Lelia J Garden Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Allan C. and Lelia J. Garden Foundation Grant aims to support organizations that care for orphaned or underprivileged children, providing essential medical and educational services.	Not published	Varies
The Judy Welsh Foster Youth Transition Fund Valley of the Moon Children's Home Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Orphan Care Program Tim Tebow Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Raley's Purposeful Giving Grant Raley's · Foundation Not published · Varies Raley's Community Giving supports impactful community initiatives in areas such as child welfare, food access, and sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Schumann Fund for New Jersey Grant Schumann Fund for New Jersey Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Schumann Fund for New Jersey Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on affordable housing, early childhood education, and child welfare.	Not published	Varies
Hulston Family Foundation Grant The Hulston Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Hulston Family Foundation Grant supports initiatives aimed at enhancing health, education, and welfare for children and families, while addressing hunger and homelessness.	Not published	Up to $25K
Fall Grant Cycle- Special Interest Funds Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fall Grant Cycle by the Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia supports organizations in Martinsville and surrounding areas that provide essential services to children, families, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
Duke Endowment: Child and Family Well-Being Grant The Duke Endowment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Duke Endowment's Child and Family Well-Being Grant provides implementation support to public and private agencies in North and South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Sacred Heart Children's Center Grant Sacred Heart Childrens Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sacred Heart Children's Center Grant supports organizations and initiatives benefiting children under 18 in Harrison County, West Virginia.	Not published	Varies
Olga Sipolin Children's Fund Grant Olga Sipolin Children's Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Olga Sipolin Children's Fund Grant, managed by Bank of America, aims to support underserved children by addressing their basic needs, including housing, clothing, food, and medical care.	Not published	Varies
Masonry's B.E.S.T. Grant Michigan Masonic Home · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Andrews Foundation Grant The Andrews Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrews Foundation was founded and endowed in 1986 as a family foundation by Richard and Judith Andrews. The Andrews Foundation is dedicated to helping people and communities help themselves.	Not published	Varies
Chester County Bar Foundation Grant Chester County Bar Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chester County Bar Foundation provides grants to support various programs and organizations serving Chester County.	Not published	Varies
Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation: Capacity Building Grant The Victoria S and Bradley L Geist Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation Capacity Building Grant aims to enhance the capabilities of nonprofit organizations serving foster children and their caregivers in Hawaii.	Not published	$5K – $40K
Thrive Iowa - Early Intervention and Support Grant Iowa Department of Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $277K FY27 RFP FWBPECA27001 for Thrive Iowa - Early Intervention and Support The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) # FWBPECA27001 is to solicit applications that will enable the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (referred to…	Not published	Up to $277K

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About child welfare grants

Child welfare grants fund nonprofits working in foster care, family preservation, kinship care, adoption support, and services for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. The federal Children's Bureau within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families is the primary public funder, administering both formula grants to states and tribes and competitive discretionary grants to organizations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do child welfare grants award?

Of the 371 child welfare grants Grantable lists as of October 17, 2026, 135 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $100K. The largest is $5.3M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most child welfare grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Alaska Children's Trust (7), Maryland Department of Human Services (7), Speedway Children's Charities (6), A Child's Hope Foundation (5), and Hawaii Community Foundation (5). In all, 303 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are child welfare grants due?

Of 371 grants listed, 11 accept applications on a rolling basis, 22 have a published upcoming deadline, 65 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 273 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 68% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for child welfare nonprofits?

Child welfare funding supports foster and kinship care, family preservation and reunification, adoption and post-permanency services, and prevention programs that keep families together safely. The Children's Bureau awards competitive discretionary grants directly to organizations and distributes formula grants through states and tribes, which then fund local nonprofits.

Does the federal government fund child welfare services?

Yes. The Children's Bureau, part of the Administration for Children and Families at the Department of Health and Human Services, administers the nation's primary child welfare funding through a mix of formula and competitive discretionary grants. Many dollars flow first to state and tribal child welfare agencies, which contract with nonprofits to deliver services.

Who else funds child welfare work?

Beyond federal funding, state child welfare agencies, community foundations, and national child-focused foundations support child welfare nonprofits. Because much federal money passes through states, local organizations often pursue both state contracts and private foundation grants to fund a full range of services.

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