Grants for Foster Care
Last updated August 2, 2026
There are currently 157 active grants for foster care in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant | Deadline ▲ | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partnerships for Success (PFS) | Rolling | Varies | |
| Herbert Scott Memorial Scholarship Grant | Rolling | Up to $1K | |
| Norman and Jean Persons Scholarship Grant | Rolling | $1K – $5K | |
| Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth | Rolling | Varies | |
| WHAS Crusade for Children Grants | Rolling | $5.4M – $5.7M | |
| Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP) Scholarship | Rolling | Varies | |
| Community Foundation of the Ozarks: Alternative Education Scholarship Grant | Rolling | Up to $1K | |
| Our Children Fund | Rolling | Varies | |
| National Grants Program | Rolling | Varies | |
| The Nachman Justice Award (Student Leader Scholarship) | Rolling | $1K | |
| Douglas-Dornan Fund Grant | Rolling | $200 – $5K | |
| Leonard and Dorothy Custer Memorial Scholarship Grant | Rolling | $4K | |
| Kansas Foster and Adoptive Children Scholarship Fund Grant | Rolling | 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
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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