Chafee Education & Training Vouchers (Foster Youth)

Administered by Children's Bureau / State Foster Care Agencies · childwelfare.gov

Education and training vouchers for current and former foster youth up to age 26. Can be used for college tuition, vocational training, room and board.

Eligibility requirements

✓Current or former foster youth
✓Age 14-26
✓Enrolled in education or training program
✓US citizen

Insider tip

Many eligible foster youth never apply because they don't know the program exists. Vouchers stack with Pell Grants and other aid. Contact your state's Independent Living program directly.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at childwelfare.gov →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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