Grants for Foster Care
Last updated October 5, 2026
Grantable tracks 152 active grants for foster care in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 70 list an award amount, with a median of $7,750.
- Grants tracked
- 152
- from 106 funders
- Median award
- $7,750
- middle half $2,500–$50K
- Total listed funding
- $11.0M
- across 70 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 9
- 6 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Family Unification Program Foster Youth to Independence RFP Grant King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · Up to $400K The Family Unification Program Foster Youth to Independence RFP aims to provide housing assistance to young adults aged 18-24 who have exited or will soon exit foster care. | |
| Thomas C. and Sandra S. Sullivan Foundation Grant Thomas C&SANDRA S Sullivan Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The Thomas C. and Sandra S. Sullivan Foundation Grant focuses on providing educational opportunities and aid to disadvantaged individuals in greater Cleveland. | |
| Scholarship Program Valley of the Moon Children's Home Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K The funds are not meant to cover all school expenses, but rather to supplement academic needs as they arise: A donation of $2,000 can establish a named scholarship. | |
| 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. | |
| Grant Program Golden Civic Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The foundation supports a wide range of community initiatives including: Based on historical grant recipients (2018-2025), the foundation: | |
| John S. Brewer Memorial Scholarship Fund Hope and a Future Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K | |
| L+EARN Internship Project Lemonade Inc · Foundation Rolling · $16 – $4K A paid, 12-week part-time internship at the Project Lemonade Store where youth gain hands-on job experience, career confidence, and develop essential employment skills. | |
| Joseph Nurre Football Memorial Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Joseph Nurre Football Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, supports students from the Elk Grove Unified School District who have played football. | |
| Susan E. Kraus/Robert W. Gill Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Susan E. Kraus/Robert W. Gill Fund, managed by the Berks County Community Foundation, provides financial support to adults who previously lived in foster care in Berks County. | |
| All-Star College Scholarship Program Umps Care Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K A life-changing scholarship program that helps youth adopted at or after the age of 13 achieve their dream of attending college. | |
| Passport Scholarship College Success Foundation - District of Columbia · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Find Your Future (FYF) Program Grant Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Foundation Not published · $323K The Find Your Future (FYF) Program, initiated by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, offers specialized internships to youth in foster care. | |
| KCF: Competitive Grants Program - Foster Care and Family Reconciliation Kitsap Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The KCF: Competitive Grants Program aims to support nonprofit organizations focused on fostering care and family reconciliation for adolescents up to 25 years old. | |
| Grants for Kids Yavapai CASA for Kids Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Grants for Kids program covers the costs of a foster youth's emergency needs and items/experiences that contribute to a well-rounded childhood and adolescence, when these costs aren't covered by the state or other sources. | |
| CO Educational Stability Grant Colorado Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The CO Educational Stability Grant, administered by the Colorado Department of Education, aims to support educational stability for highly mobile students, including those in foster care, experiencing homelessness, or migrants. | |
| Enhanced Clinical Community Support Program (ECCS) Grant Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Foundation Not published · $2.0M The Enhanced Clinical Community Support Program (ECCS) provides vital support for youth transitioning from inpatient psychiatric treatment to community-based foster homes. | |
| Bernard E. & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation Grants Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Foundation’s procedures for handling grant requests generally are quite expeditious and informal. | |
| FKSI Scholarship Fund Grant Southern Illinois Community Foundation (SICF) · Foundation Not published · $3K The FKSI Scholarship Fund, managed by the Southern Illinois Community Foundation, aims to support high school graduates from Southern Illinois with $2,500 scholarships. | |
| SCC New Hampshire Grants Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Speedway Children's Charities (SCC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of children in New England. | |
| Marion and Miriam Rose Fund Grant Co-Tuw Marion &Amp Miriam Rose · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marion and Miriam Rose Fund aims to support childcare facilities for dependent, neglected, and emotionally disturbed children, including those in foster care, primarily in Little Rock, Arkansas. | |
| Community Foundation Grants (General Grantmaking) Whitley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Community Foundation of Whitley County awards grants to deserving nonprofits and community organizations throughout the year to enhance quality of life in Whitley County. | |
| Children's Opportunity Group/Bobby Hodges Scholarship Fund Children's Opportunity Group Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Foster Children Education Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Foundation Not published · Varies The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year. | |
| Choose When: Reduce Financial Barriers to Contraception Grant Caring for Colorado Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At Caring for Colorado, we believe reproductive healthcare, including access to affordable, person-centered contraception, is a fundamental human right. |
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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 152 grants for foster care Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 70 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $7,750, 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, 106 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for foster care due?
Of 152 grants listed, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 6 have a published upcoming deadline, 40 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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