307 foundations$147.2M total annual giving$10K median grant43 states with funders
Discover 307 grantmaking foundations funding foster care programs, with combined annual giving of $147.2M. The median grant size for foster care is $10K.
Foster Care Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
307
Total Annual Giving
$147.2M
Total Assets Under Management
$1.6B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
43
Total Grants on Record
9,559
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Open nowCloses in 2 days (Aug 14, 2026)Award: Up to $20K
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) public charity in good standing with the IRS, have at least three years of operating history, be headquartered in the Greater Tampa Bay Area, serve local residents, align with at least one NFIF focus area, provide services at no cost to recipients, and submit a complete application with required documentation. Organizations may apply only once per year.
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Organization must be a direct-service provider serving children and youth ages birth to 24 and families in Western Washington. NWCF does not fund organizations that proselytize or require religious activities, individuals or political candidates, tutoring/after-school/leadership/youth engagement programs outside its priorities, career training or substance abuse treatment for parents with no children's component, or stand-alone food/clothing/household items/direct medical or dental services programs.
basic needsprimary carehealth and wellbeing+2 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) organization established for at least three years and headquartered in one of the following counties: Davidson, Williamson, Wilson, Rutherford, Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson, or Sumner.
basic needsprimary carehealth and well-being+3 more
Who can apply: Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations established for at least three years and headquartered in Davidson, Williamson, Wilson, Rutherford, Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson, or Sumner Counties.
Animal WelfareArts, Culture, and HistoryCommunity and Economic Development+19 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit or public institution such as a public school or government agency. Requests from individuals are not accepted. Projects must be located in or directly benefit the PACF service area. Applicants must have filed a final report for their most recent grant-funded project to be eligible for another grant.
children and youth servicesbasic needseducation+5 more
Who can apply: Open to existing tax-exempt organizations serving children in Kern County. Applicants must provide proof of nonprofit status (IRS Determination Letter), an itemized list of goods or services requested, vendor quotes or estimates, and a statement of beneficiaries, program goals, and participants. Administrative costs, gas cards, salaries, and gift cards are not eligible.
The typical Foster Care foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 39% of Foster Care foundations actively fund new organizations, and 59% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Foster Care Grants
How many foundations fund foster care?
There are 307 grantmaking foundations that fund foster care programs across 43 states.
What is the median grant size for foster care?
The median grant from foundations funding foster care is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest foster care foundations?
The largest foundations funding foster care by annual giving include CHILDNET INC, EL RANCHITO DE LOS NINOS FOUNDATION, JACK & MARCI WILLIAMS ENDOWMENT FOR WEDNESDAY'S CHILD INC, with combined giving of $52M.
Which states have the most foster care funders?
The states with the most foster care foundations are California (35), Texas (27), Florida (26). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find foster care grants for my nonprofit?
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