Grants for Foster Care

Foster care and child welfare grants fund family preservation, foster parent recruitment and support, kinship care, aging out services, and adoption support. The Children's Bureau within HHS is the primary federal funder through programs like Title IV-E and Title IV-B, with additional support from foundations focused on child well-being.

151 grants
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US $50,000 - US $150,000
CLIPPER SHIP FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clipper Ship Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clipper Ship Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Clipper Ship Foundation Grant aims to enhance…

Colorado Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

CO Educational Stability Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Education Last Updated: April 01, 2025 Summary The CO Educational Stability Grant, administered by the Colorado Department…

$500/month for one year per student
UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program for Former Foster Youth Status: Active and expanded Geographic Scope: Sacramento and Davis, California (Sacramento State University and University of California,…

Varies by grant; recent awards range from $1,300 to $50,000
WHITLEY COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Foundation Grants Overview: The Community Foundation of Whitley County awards grants to deserving nonprofits and community organizations throughout the year to enhance quality of life in…

Varies (up to $5,000+ based on funding availability)
CHARLOTTE REGIONAL REALTOR ASSOC · September 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Overview: Provides financial program support to area nonprofit organizations that address unmet housing needs. Geographic Scope: Mecklenburg, Iredell, and Haywood counties,…

Carl B & Florence E King Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants: North Texas Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carl B. and Florence E. King Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation offers Community Grants…

NATIONAL FOSTER YOUTH INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Congressional Leadership Academy & Shadow Day Program Geographic Scope: National, with in-person Shadow Day in Washington, D.C. Program Overview: A 10-month leadership experience that connects foster…

US $10,000 - US $20,000
CONSCIOUS KIDS INC - AGY MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Conscious Kids Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Conscious Kids Inc Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: May 04, 2025 Summary The Conscious Kids Grant, established by Marlee-Jo Jacobson, aims to…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Craig A. Steffen Paraclete Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Craig A. Steffen Paraclete Scholarship supports…

Valley of the Moon Children's · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Critical Needs Fund Funder: Valley of the Moon Children's Foundation (VMCF) Geographic Scope: Sonoma County, California Program Background: The VMCF board has established this fund to assist scholars…

Valley of the Moon Children's · Rolling / Open Foundation

Valley of the Moon Children's Center Dental Program Funder: Valley of the Moon Children's Foundation (VMCF) Geographic Scope: Sonoma County, California Program Background: Established in 2011 to…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas C. LaBrecque Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Douglas C. LaBrecque Scholarship Fund, established by the…

US $200 - US $5,000
JUNEAU COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas-Dornan Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Juneau Community Foundation Amount: US $200 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 30, 2025 Summary The Douglas-Dornan Fund Grant, established in honor of…

SPEEDWAY CHILDREN'S CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dover Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Speedway Children's Charities Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary Dover Grants, offered by Speedway Children's Charities, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit…

COLORADO MOUNTAIN COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program Purpose: Provides financial support for post-secondary education Eligibility: - Residency: Colorado residents - Age: Between 17 to 25 years old - Foster…

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Enhanced Clinical Community Support Program (ECCS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Amount: US $2,015,209 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The…

Up to US $100,000
State of California Coastal Conservancy · Rolling / Open Foundation

Explore the Coast Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of California Coastal Conservancy Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Explore the Coast Grants from the…

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal programs fund foster care services?
Title IV-E provides the largest federal funding stream for foster care maintenance payments and administration. Title IV-B funds child welfare services and family preservation. The John H. Chafee Foster Care Program funds independent living services for youth aging out. The Adoption and Legal Guardianship Incentive Payment program rewards states for timely permanency.
Can nonprofits get grants for foster family support?
Yes. States sub-contract with nonprofits for foster care services using federal IV-E and IV-B funds. The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption funds Wendy's Wonderful Kids adoption specialists. Casey Family Programs funds foster care improvement efforts. Community foundations and United Ways often fund local foster family support programs.
Are there grants for youth aging out of foster care?
Yes. The Chafee Foster Care Program provides states with funds for education, employment, housing, and life skills for youth ages 14-23 transitioning from care. Education and Training Vouchers provide up to $5,000/year for post-secondary education. FosterClub, Treehouse, and other organizations offer scholarships and support grants.

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