California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth


Name: California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth

Award Amount: Up to $5,000 per year

Information And Eligibility: The California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth provides up to $5,000 annually to eligible current or former foster youth to assist with college or career and technical training expenses. The grant can be used at any eligible California college, university, or career/technical school, as well as institutions in other states.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be a current or former foster youth who was a dependent or ward of the court, living in foster care, between the ages of 16 and 18.
  • Not have reached your 26th birthday as of July 1.
  • Enroll in an eligible vocational school or college at least half-time.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress.

Selection Criteria:

  • Eligibility as defined by foster care status and age.
  • Enrollment in a qualifying institution.
  • Demonstrated financial need.

Application Requirements:

  • Complete the Chafee Grant Application.
  • Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA).

Additional Information:

  • A student’s receipt of a Chafee Grant award shall not exceed five years (whether or not consecutive).
  • Funding is limited, and payments are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Payments are made directly to the educational institution and can be used for tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, and transportation.

Application Timeline:

  • Opening Date: December
  • Closing Date: July 31

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