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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New Jersey EXHALE Grant Program State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Varies The New Jersey EXHALE Grant Program, administered by the Department of Health, aims to tackle the issue of uncontrolled asthma in children from Prek-3 grades in Trenton.	Not published	Varies
Community Collaborations to Strengthen and Preserve Families (Children's Bureau Grant) Partnership for Strong Families Inc · Foundation Not published · $2M Funds cooperative agreements supporting primary prevention through a continuum of community-based services. PSF was one of only nine agencies awarded this grant nationally.	Not published	$2M
Tier 1 Community Prevention Grant Alaska Children's Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Support programs that train adult caregivers and provide parenting classes to ensure each key adult in a child's life has tools and knowledge to create safe, stable, and nurturing environments both at home and in child care settings.	Not published	Varies
Women's Giving Circle Grant CASA of Jefferson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Giving Circle provides grant funding to support comprehensive learning experiences and professional development initiatives for CASA volunteers and related child welfare professionals.	Not published	Varies
In-N-Out Burger Foundation Grants In-N-Out Burgers Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The In-N-Out Burger Foundation supports organizations that aid children and youth affected by abuse and neglect, offering grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000.	Not published	$10K – $50K
CSA Juvenile Court Assessment Program (JCAP) Grant Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Foundation Not published · $508K The FY26 CSA Juvenile Court Assessment Program (JCAP) Grant aims to enhance the engagement of substance-affected families post-temporary custody.	Not published	$508K
CGCW Children’s Charities Grant Charity Guild of Catholic Women of Harris County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CGCW Children’s Charities Grant aims to support charitable organizations in the greater Houston area that provide essential services to children from conception to 18 years of age.	Not published	Varies
Caroline Alexander Buck Foundation: Core and Transformational Grants Caroline Alexander Buck Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caroline Alexander Buck Foundation focuses on enhancing the lives of children in the greater Philadelphia area through educational and social service programs.	Not published	Varies
The LG&E and KU Foundation: Powering Community Impact Grant LG&E and Ku Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The LG&E and KU Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community welfare by supporting nonprofit organizations that address essential needs.	Not published	Varies
Adoption Grant Brittany's Hope · Foundation Rolling · Varies Brittany's Hope provides adoption grants (over $7.1M awarded to date; 1,381 families united) for the international adoption of special-needs children.	Rolling	Varies
Field of Interest Fund - Together With Families Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Field of Interest Fund - Together With Families Fund Grant aims to support local programs in Washington County, MD, focused on enhancing the development of young children and stabilizing families at risk of poverty and neglect.	Not published	Varies
Junior League of Lexington Community Grants Junior League of Lexington Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This year, we are honored to award grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to nonprofit organizations serving the Central Kentucky community. Please note that this will be the final award cycle for several years.	Not published	Varies
Community-Based Grants- Early Childhood, Family and Youth Development Grant Foellinger Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foellinger Foundation offers Community-Based Grants aimed at enhancing early childhood, youth, and family development in Allen County.	Not published	Varies
WCCF: Wayne County Children's Resource Fund Grant Wayne County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wayne County Children's Resource Fund offers grants to nonprofit organizations aiming to eliminate barriers that hinder children's potential, such as poverty and discrimination.	Not published	Varies
Disabled/Displaced Corporate Scholarship Program Institute for Better Education · Foundation Not published · Varies A school tuition organization (STO) scholarship program providing financial aid to students with disabilities, those with histories in foster care, and other vulnerable populations. Funded through corporate tax credits.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants (OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop) OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 – $68K Award grants to nonprofit organizations serving Benton County to support community development and services.	Not published	$600 – $68K
Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation: Enhancements Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation aims to enhance the lives of foster children in Hawaii by providing essential items and services that promote a quality of life comparable to their peers.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Burton E. Stevenson Endowment for Children Fund Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Burton E. Stevenson Endowment for Children Fund supports underprivileged children in Ross County, Ohio.	Not published	Up to $10K
Wavedance Fund Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program · Foundation Not published · Varies Wavedance is a Vanguard Charitable donor advised fund that awards grants to 501(c)(3) public charities, primarily in Northern Nevada. We provide funding for organizations seeking to enhance good outcomes for vulnerable and at-risk children.	Not published	Varies
Nourishing Neighbors The Albertsons Companies Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Communities where Albertsons Companies operates. To find operating locations, see the Investor Relations site.	Not published	Varies
RFA- Lead-Safe Homes Program- for a Program Administrative Grant Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lead-Safe Homes Program (LSHP), managed by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, is offering grant opportunities to ensure homes are lead-safe for children, starting from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.	Not published	Varies
Abuse Survivors: Sue Cook Winfrey Fund Grant Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $65K The Sue Cook Winfrey Fund, managed by the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, supports organizations aiding abuse survivors, focusing primarily on domestic violence and providing essential services for both children and adults.	Not published	$5K – $65K
Dover Grants Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Dover Grants, offered by Speedway Children's Charities, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations focused on children's welfare in Delaware and the mid-Atlantic region.	Not published	Varies
Orange and Sullivan: Fund for Women and Children Grant Community Foundation of Orange and Sulli · Foundation Not published · Varies The Orange and Sullivan Fund for Women and Children, managed by the Community Foundation, aims to empower vulnerable women and children through targeted funding.	Not published	Varies

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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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