Grants for Foster Care

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 153 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. 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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A Very Van Noy Christmas The Van Noy Valor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year, Kyle and Marissa Van Noy host A Very Van Noy Christmas, a heartfelt initiative that brings holiday joy, connection, and support to foster families.	Not published	Varies
MyPath - Goldberg Scholarship Fund for MVCAP Grant Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Leadership. Collaboration.	Not published	Varies
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Fostering Care Scholarship Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation offers the Fostering Care Scholarship to support Mvskoke students who have been in the foster care system.	Not published	$500
FosterEd Financial Assistance Program Colorado Mountain College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial assistance for Colorado resident students who have been in foster care in Colorado at any time on or after reaching age 13	Not published	Varies
The Judy Welsh Foster Youth Transition Fund Valley of the Moon Children's Home Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Children's Opportunity Group/Joan Byal Memorial Endowed Scholarship Children's Opportunity Group Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K	Not published	$2K
Akerman Academic Excellence Scholarship National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K A scholarship program funded by law firm Akerman LLP through an endowment established in 2015 as part of their $1 million pledge to the National CASA/GAL Association.	Not published	Up to $3K
Ren H. Rice Scholarship Grant Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Ren H. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 05 Mar 2027. The scholarship supports students from Spokane County.	Not published	Varies
Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation: Capacity Building Grant The Victoria S and Bradley L Geist Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation Capacity Building Grant aims to enhance the capabilities of nonprofit organizations serving foster children and their caregivers in Hawaii.	Not published	$5K – $40K
Jason Hayes Foundation Grants The Jason Hayes Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jason Hayes Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was established in loving memory of our son, brother, and cousin, Jason.	Not published	Varies
Homelessness & Affordable Housing Initiative Marin Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $623K – $750K Address two escalating crises in Marin County identified through MCF's strategic planning: homelessness and affordable housing. Seeks to locate critical intervention points along the continuum from homelessness prevention to home ownership.	Not published	$623K – $750K
Career Opportunity Scholarship Fund St Jude's Ranch for Children Nevada Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Career Opportunity Scholarship Fund is available to students who are current or former participants of St. Jude's Ranch for Children programs. Funds will typically be used to cover expenses for:	Not published	Varies
Tennessee Housing Trust Fund Competitive Grants (TN) Tennessee Housing Development Agency · Foundation Not published · $200K – $600K The Tennessee Housing Trust Fund Competitive Grants support the development and preservation of rental housing for low- and very-low income households, including the elderly and special needs populations.	Not published	$200K – $600K
Children's Home / CHLSS Adoption Support Fund Children's Home Society of Minnesota · Foundation Rolling · $20 – $10K Children's Home Society & Lutheran Social Service (CHLSS, Minnesota) runs the Adoption Support Fund, an in-house grant program that awards grants covering all or part of adoption and post-adoption service fees.	Rolling	$20 – $10K
Mabel Louise Riley Foundation: Riley Foundation Grants Riley Mabel Louise Tr Uwill · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The Mabel Louise Riley Foundation provides grants to support low-income children and youth in Boston.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Southern California Grant Program Wm Keck Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1M The Southern California Grant Program, managed by the W. M. Keck Foundation, supports diverse projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as Arts, Health, and Education.	Not published	$100K – $1M
Van Noy Valiant Knights The Van Noy Valor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Van Noy Valiant Knights program is the premier academic internship and scholarship program designed to prepare students who are aging out of the foster care program for their next steps in life.	Not published	Varies
Craig A. Steffen Paraclete Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Craig A. Steffen Paraclete Scholarship supports adopted or fostered children with financial need in their pursuit of higher education.	Not published	$1K
Nina J. Wing Scholarship Grant Albuquerque Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $24K The Nina J. Wing Scholarship, established in 2018 through a partnership between the Albuquerque Community Foundation and Central New Mexico Community College, provides financial assistance to students who have previously been in foster…	Not published	$2K – $24K
Partnerships for Success (PFS) GOYFF Grants · State Not published · Varies Implements the five-step Strategic Prevention Framework from SAMHSA.	Not published	Varies
Herbert Scott Memorial Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Herbert Scott Memorial Scholarship, established by The Dayton Foundation in 2016, supports graduating African-American seniors from Dayton Public Schools who are in foster care or have aged out.	Not published	Up to $1K
Norman and Jean Persons Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Norman and Jean Persons Scholarship, offered by The San Diego Foundation, aims to enhance educational opportunities for U.S. Marine Corps personnel and their children, as well as young adults in San Diego County who have experienced…	Not published	$1K – $5K
Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth College Success Foundation - District of Columbia · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WHAS Crusade for Children Grants The Whas Crusade for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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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 5, 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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