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.

159 grants
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NW Childrens Foundation · June 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

NW Children's Foundation General Grant Program Mission: End the intergenerational cycle of child abuse, neglect, and trauma in Western Washington. Focus Areas: - Prevention, early intervention, and…

O'BRATE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

O'Brate Traditional College Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: O'Brate Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The O'Brate Traditional College Scholarship…

Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Rolling / Open Foundation

Otto A. Huth Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Otto…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Our Children Fund Overview: Provides financial assistance for "normalizing" items and experiences to children in the Fairfax County foster care system. Geographic Scope: Fairfax County, Virginia…

MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PA Fostering Independence Program Description: Administered collaboratively by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) in conjunction with the PA Departments of Education, Human…

GOYFF Grants · Rolling / Open State

Partnership implementing SAMHSA's Strategic Prevention Framework providing trauma-informed and culturally competent substance abuse prevention programming. Focus on decreasing marijuana and underage…

College Success Foundation - District of · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Passport Scholarship Status: Active scholarship program Geographic Scope: Washington State Focus Areas: Supporting foster youth and unaccompanied homeless youth in accessing and completing…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pineapple Fund Funder: Established by Brooke Miller of Brooke Miller Real Estate - Long and Foster, Realtors Managed By: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Geographic Scope:…

Portion of $1,000,000 total fund
ACCESS VENTURES INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Reconstruct Challenge: Thriving Youth Description: Venture philanthropy initiative supporting organizations that strengthen systems for youth aging out of foster care. Status: 2026 Challenge…

San Leandro Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Removing Barriers Program Overview: SLED's Removing Barriers program provides basic needs assistance to students most in need within the district. Eligible Assistance: - Clothing - School supplies -…

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ren H. Rice Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Ren H. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 05 Mar 2027.…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Pasqual Academy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The San Pasqual Academy Scholarship,…

US $1,000 - US $5,000
The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sanor-Graves Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Sanor-Graves Scholarship, offered by The San…

SPEEDWAY CHILDREN'S CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

SCC Atlanta Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Speedway Children's Charities Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary Speedway Children's Charities, a private organization, is committed to improving the lives…

SPEEDWAY CHILDREN'S CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

SCC Bristol Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Speedway Children's Charities Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Speedway Children's Charities (SCC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting…

SPEEDWAY CHILDREN'S CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

SCC New Hampshire Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Speedway Children's Charities Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary Speedway Children's Charities (SCC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization…

$1,500 - $2,500
Valley of the Moon Children's · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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

THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seymour Siegel Youth Achievement Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Seymour Siegel Youth Achievement Award, offered by the Jewish…

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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