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,…
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.
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…
KCF: Competitive Grants Program - Foster Care and Family Reconciliation Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kitsap Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The KCF:…
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…
Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant: Children & Youth Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albert & Bessie Mae Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Last Updated: September 18, 2025 Summary The Kronkosky Charitable…
L+EARN Internship Overview: 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.…
Leonard and Dorothy Custer Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Denver Foundation Amount: More than US $4,000 Last Updated: April 23, 2025 Summary The Leonard and Dorothy Custer…
Mabel Louise Riley Foundation: Riley Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mabel Louise Riley Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: July 04, 2025 Summary The Mabel Louise Riley…
Marion and Miriam Rose Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Co Tuw Marion & Miriam Rose Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Marion and Miriam Rose Fund aims to support childcare facilities for…
Mary Graham Foundation College & Trade School Scholarship and Support Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mary Graham Children's Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $12,000 Last Updated: October 13,…
Morency Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The Morency Family Scholarship supports young…
MSF: Educational Support for Children Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Morris Stulsaft Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2025 Summary The Morris Stulsaft Foundation offers the Educational Support for…
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Fostering Care Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muscogee (Creek) Nation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Muscogee…
MyPath - Goldberg Scholarship Fund for MVCAP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview About Us Leadership. Collaboration.…
Najim Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Najim Family Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Najim Family Foundation Grant aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations serving…
National CASA/GAL Capacity Building Grant Funder: National Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Association Award Amount: $10,000 Geographic Scope: National program available…
National Grants Program Organization: Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Geographic Scope: National (United States) Mission Focus: The Foundation awards strategic national grants to projects that…
Need to $ucceed Scholarship Organization: VESTIA Inc Funded By: Vogt-Morentz Charitable Fund Launch Date: December 2024 Contact: 925-655-1208 | vestiainc@gmail.com Address: 400 Ellinwood Way,…
Nina J. Wing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albuquerque Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $24,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Nina J. Wing Scholarship, established…
Norman and Jean Persons Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Norman and Jean Persons…
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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