Grants for Foster Care

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 153 active grants for foster care in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 71 list an award amount, with a median of $7,500.

Grants tracked: 153; from 107 funders
Median award: $7,500; middle half $2,500–$50K
Total listed funding: $11.0M; across 71 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 9; 6 with a published date

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Foster Care Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Foster Care Scholarship, administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, offers a $1,000 grant to graduating high school seniors or undergraduate students who have been in foster care and have not been adopted.	Not published	Up to $1K
Tri Kappa Grant CASA of Jefferson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies "Bringing women into close, unselfish relationship for the promotion of charity, culture, and education" In May 2024, Tri Kappa awarded grant funds to CASA of Jefferson County to cover a portion of the Indiana State GAL/CASA Conference in…	Not published	Varies
Otto A. Huth Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K Easily learn more about the Otto A. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 15 Apr 2026. The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund.	Not published	Up to $40K
Beyond Grant — Advancing Career and Educational Success Beyond K-12 California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
X Hope Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The X Hope Scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, supports foster or adopted youth pursuing post-secondary education at a four-year university, community college, or vocational college.	Not published	$1K
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
Conscious Kids Grant Conscious Kids Inc - Agy Main · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Conscious Kids Grant, established by Marlee-Jo Jacobson, aims to support at-risk children and families in underserved communities.	Not published	$10K – $20K
The Como Farm Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region The Community Foundation is a devoted advocate for the vitality and well-being of the Rappahannock River Region.	Not published	Varies
Helen M. McLoraine Foster Care and Emancipated Youth Scholarship Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Helen M. McLoraine Foster Care and Emancipated Youth Scholarship provides financial support for youth from the foster care system in Colorado.	Not published	$1K – $10K
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
Summer Camp Scholarship Helping and Lending Outreach Support · Foundation Not published · Up to $350 HALOS provides scholarships to help kinship families access summer camps and summer learning opportunities for their children.	Not published	Up to $350
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
Arnall Community Funds Lawton Community Foundation Affiliated Fund of the Occf Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arnall Community Funds, part of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, award grants to local nonprofits providing services to people in the justice and foster care systems, and those experiencing homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Foster Youth Scholarships Program Vestia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K VESTIA's Foster Youth Scholarship Program supports foster youth from high school graduation through age 21, helping them pursue college, vocational training, or other higher education pathways.	Not published	Up to $35K
Critical Needs Fund Valley of the Moon Children's Home Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Critical Needs Funding covers three categories: Unexpected expenses for classes, additional fees, technology, admission fees, etc. Expenses related to housing, unexpected costs, therapy fees, medication costs, etc. Medical/dental needs and…	Rolling	Varies
Sanor-Graves Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Sanor-Graves Scholarship, offered by The San Diego Foundation, supports San Diego County students who are current or former foster youth since age 13.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Karst - Merdes Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Karst - Merdes Scholarship Fund supports residents of Hawai’i, particularly those with financial need and a minimum GPA of 2.0, including youth who have experienced foster care.	Not published	Varies
Hellier-Raymond Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hellier-Raymond Scholarship at Montana State University is designed for students pursuing degrees or certificates from Gallatin College who demonstrate financial need.	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
Twomey Family Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Twomey Family Scholarship, managed by The San Diego Foundation, supports current or former foster youth pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Youth Philanthropy Board Grant- New Castle County Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant in New Castle County aims to provide crucial support to nonprofits focusing on mental health initiatives for vulnerable populations, including those facing food insecurity, substance abuse, or suicide…	Not published	Varies
Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Grant The Ira Decamp Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Grant, established in 1970, supports health, social services, and education projects primarily in the New York metropolitan area.	Not published	Up to $400K
Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation: Supporting Transitioning Foster Youth Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K The Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation provides grants to support transitioning foster youth in Hawaii.	Not published	$10K – $75K
San Pasqual Academy Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The San Pasqual Academy Scholarship, offered by The San Diego Foundation, supports high school seniors who have experienced foster care or reside at San Pasqual Academy.	Not published	$1K – $5K

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About 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for foster care award?

Of the 153 grants for foster care Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 71 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $7,500, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $50K. The largest is $2.0M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for foster care?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Hawaii Community Foundation (7), The San Diego Foundation (5), Project Lemonade Inc (4), Speedway Children's Charities (4), and Valley of the Moon Children's Home Foundation (4). In all, 107 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for foster care due?

Of 153 grants listed, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 6 have a published upcoming deadline, 41 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 97 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

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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