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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Stratton Foundation Grant Stratton Mountain & Valley Community Benefit Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Stratton Foundation Grant aims to improve the health and welfare of children and families in southern Vermont by funding sustainable programs that address poverty challenges.	Not published	Up to $5K
Bethany Legacy Foundation Grant CASA of Jefferson County Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) of Jefferson County (in partnership with Court Appointed Special Advocates - CASA) Bethany Legacy Foundation is a private health foundation addressing health and wellness issues in Jefferson County with a vision…	Not published	$25K
Healthy Blue Grant Tammy Lynn Memorial Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The grant supports TLC's Individual & Family Services (IFS) program, specifically: Funded through this grant to serve children, adults, and families in Wake County and surrounding communities	Not published	$100K
Carling Memorial Foundation Fund Grants Community Foundation of Central Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carling Memorial Foundation Fund will accept applications for projects that benefit the health and well-being of children in Bibb County.	Not published	Varies
Andrea-Mennen Family Foundation Grant The Andrea-Mennen Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrea-Mennen Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for children and young adults facing mental and physical challenges.	Not published	Varies
David Kelby Johnson Memorial Foundation Grants David Kelby Johnson Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The David Kelby Johnson Memorial Foundation offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on sight preservation, children's services, and environmental conservation, primarily in Utah.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Children's Health Small Grants Program Sadie and Harry Davis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Children's Health Small Grants Program, established by the Sadie and Harry Davis Foundation, seeks to enhance the health of Maine's underserved children.	Not published	$3K – $15K
BRHF Mini-Grants Buhl Regional Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Buhl Regional Health Foundation (Mercer County, PA) awards Mini-Grants of up to $5,000 on a rolling basis to 501(c)(3)/fiscally-sponsored organizations for initiatives improving children's access to health/wellbeing and quality…	Not published	Up to $5K
Hughes Memorial Foundation Grant Hughes Memorial Home · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hughes Memorial Foundation, established by John Edward Hughes, focuses on aiding children and youth in Virginia and North Carolina.	Not published	Varies
SCC Atlanta Grants Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Speedway Children's Charities, a private organization, is committed to improving the lives of children in need across Georgia.	Not published	Varies
Anna May Family Foundation Grant Anna May Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · US $1,000 - US $10,000 The Anna May Family Foundation, established in 1999, aims to support organizations in southern Oregon that assist economically disadvantaged individuals, particularly focusing on children, women, elders, and minorities.	Not published	US $1,000 - US $10,000
FY27 480-30-3705 Special Education-Grants for Infants and Families - Early Intervention - Child and Family Connections Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies It is the policy of the State to enhance the development of all eligible infants and toddlers to minimize developmental delays and maximize individual potential for adult independence.	Not published	Varies
SCC - Jeff Byrd Grant Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · $50K The SCC - Jeff Byrd Grant, established by Speedway Children's Charities, honors a dedicated leader by providing a $50,000 grant to support exceptional projects benefiting children.	Not published	$50K
The Kinderhaven Foundation Grant Kinderhaven Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kinderhaven Foundation Grant supports organizations dedicated to enriching the lives of children in Bonner and Boundary Counties.	Not published	Varies
General Grants Program - Quarterly Cycle Langley for Families - the Foundation of LFCU · Foundation Not published · Varies The foundation operates on quarterly grant cycles (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4). Specific deadlines for upcoming cycles not provided in materials.	Not published	Varies
Duneland Health Council Grant Duneland Health Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Since its inception in 1997 through today, Duneland Health Council has provided almost $7,000,000 in grant allocations to Greater Michigan City Area non-profit organizations to better the health and welfare of our community.	Not published	Varies
YCF: Think Big for Kids Grant Youthbridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Think Big for Kids grant, offered by the Youthbridge Community Foundation, aims to fund innovative proposals that address significant challenges faced by children and youth in the Saint Louis metropolitan area.	Not published	$25K
Maternal, Infant, Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Evidence-based home visiting programs are made available in the home and help families strengthen attachment, provide optimal development for their children, promote health and safety, and reduce the risk for child maltreatment.	Not published	Varies
Adoptions Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies Provide permanent families through adoption for children who cannot be returned to their birth families. Financial and medical subsidies are available if eligible.	Not published	Varies
AmeriHealth Caritas Foundation Grant Amerihealth Caritas Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriHealth Caritas Foundation is dedicated to preventing and mitigating adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), which will help drive positive outcomes for children's health and help set a stronger foundation for a lifetime of wellness.	Not published	Varies
Special Education - EI Child & Family Connections (25-444-84-2880-01) Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Early Childhood · Foundation Not published · $50M – $60M The Special Education - EI Child & Family Connections program, administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services, aims to establish Child and Family Connections offices across designated areas in Illinois.	Not published	$50M – $60M
Sheltering Arms Foundation Grant The Sheltering Arms Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Sheltering Arms Foundation Grant supports high-quality direct-service programs for children aged 0-12, focusing on early childhood and youth development along with advocacy efforts.	Not published	Up to $15K
Promoting Safe and Stable Families Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
World Childhood Foundation Projects World Childhood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Childhoods mission is to inspire, promote and develop solutions to end sexual abuse, exploitation and violence against children.	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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