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.

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YAVAPAI CASA FOR KIDS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Grants for Kids Funder: Yavapai CASA for Kids Foundation Geographic Scope: Yavapai County, Arizona Program Overview: The Grants for Kids program covers the costs of a foster youth's emergency needs…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hellier-Raymond Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Hellier-Raymond Scholarship at Montana State University is designed for…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Herbert Scott Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Herbert Scott Memorial Scholarship,…

HOBBS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hobbs Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hobbs Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Hobbs Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Florida that focus on child…

Varies by project (examples: $622,500 to $750,000+)
MARIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Homelessness & Affordable Housing Initiative Launched: 2024 Purpose: Address two escalating crises in Marin County identified through MCF's strategic planning: homelessness and affordable housing.…

NAVAJO COUNTY FRIENDS OF CASA INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Individual Grant Requests for Foster Children Organization: Navajo County Friends of CASA Mission: To provide for unmet needs and experiences of abused, neglected, or abandoned children in the Navajo…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Inspire the Future Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Inspire the Future…

THE IRA DECAMP FOUNDATION XXXXX2009 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Grant, established in 1970,…

Investing in the Success of Foster Youth · Rolling / Open Foundation

ISF New Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Investing in the Success of Foster Youth Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The ISF New Student Scholarship supports orphaned or former…

THE JASON HAYES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Jason Hayes Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was established in loving memory of our son, brother, and cousin, Jason. Our Mission Our goal is to support and enrich the…

HOPE AND A FUTURE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

John S. Brewer Memorial Scholarship Fund Focus: Educational assistance, career training, and college scholarships for foster children in Arizona Geographic Scope: Arizona Background: Established in…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joseph Nurre Football Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Joseph Nurre Football…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joyce Price Johnson’s Samaritan Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Joyce Price Johnson’s…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Karst - Merdes Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Karst - Merdes Scholarship Fund supports residents of Hawai’i,…

Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kathi Joy Wiley Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for…

IDAHO ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Kristin Armstrong Youth Scholarship Overview: Scholarship program for children in foster care to access Zoo Boise camps and programs. Geographic Scope: Boise, Idaho area Eligibility: - Children…

ALBERT & BESSIE MAE KRONKOSKY CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant: Children & Youth Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albert & Bessie Mae Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Last Updated: September 18, 2025 Summary The Kronkosky Charitable…

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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