Grants for Kids

Geographic Scope: Yavapai County, Arizona

Program Overview:
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.

Fundable Items and Services

• Bedding, mattresses, and bedroom furniture
• Extracurricular activities
• Laptops, tablets, and other electronics
• CASA outings
• Car seats and booster seats
• Bikes, helmets, and protective gear
• Daycare and preschool tuition
• Infant and toddler care items
• Family trips
• Summer/day camps
• Driving school and lessons

Eligibility Requirements

A youth must meet 2 or more of the following requirements:

• The youth must be between the ages of 0-21 years old
• The youth must have an open dependency case in the Yavapai County Juvenile Court, OR currently reside in Yavapai County regardless of the court of origin
• The youth has aged out of foster care under the jurisdiction of the Yavapai County Juvenile Court, resides in Yavapai County, and is enrolled in a local program such as Keys to Success, TILP, and voluntary foster placement

Processing Timeline

• Standard processing: 30 days
• If check requires mailing to a business: additional 7-10 days
• Expedited processing available: Provide online links for items; foundation will process orders online and ship directly

What Will NOT Be Funded

• Applications requesting reimbursement for funds spent prior to Yavapai CASA for Kids Foundation approval
• Automobiles
• Services or benefits available from other public, private, or governmental agencies
• Debt relief
• Kindergarten enrollment
• Theme park admission (out of state)
• Firearms

Contact Information

Grants for Kids Program Manager

• Email: [email protected]
• Address: 3281 Bob Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
• Mailing: PO Box 28070, Prescott Valley, AZ 86312
• Phone: (928) 445-0800
• Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Organization Details:

• EIN: 71-0946266
• 501(c)(3) Status
• Arizona Tax Code: 10006

How to Apply

1. Complete the Online Request Form
   • Click the "Grants for Kids Request Form" button on the website
   • Submit application online
2. Processing Details
   • Grant requests are considered on a case-by-case basis
   • Allow 30 days for standard processing
   • Allow additional 7-10 days if check requires mailing to a business
3. Expedite Your Request
   • Provide online links for items in your request description
   • Foundation will process the order online and ship items directly to you

Required Information

• Youth age and eligibility details
• Item/service description
• Reason for request
• Cost/pricing information
• Online links to items (recommended for faster processing)