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Foster Love Family Fellowship Program

Foster Love Family Fellowship Program

Applicable For:

High School Seniors & College Students

Max Award Amount:

$12,000

Application Deadline:

09/06/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Foster Love Family Fellowship Program is a fellowship program offered by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. The program provides financial assistance to students who are pursuing a degree in social work or a related field and are committed to improving the lives of children in foster care.

Selected fellows receive a monetary award of up to $10,000, as well as access to mentoring and professional development opportunities through the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Fellows are also invited to attend the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Summit, an annual event that brings together child welfare professionals and advocates to share best practices and discuss strategies for improving outcomes for children in foster care.

The Foster Love Family Fellowship Program is a great opportunity for graduate students who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children in foster care. The fellowship program typically opens in the spring and closes in the summer. Interested students can visit the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption website for more information about the fellowship program and application process.

Eligibility Criteria For Foster Love Family Fellowship Program

The Foster Love Family Fellowship Program is a fellowship program offered by the Foster Love Project to support foster parents who are committed to providing stable and nurturing homes for children in foster care.

The eligibility criteria for the Foster Love Family Fellowship Program are as follows:

  • Applicants must be current foster parents who are licensed to provide foster care in their state of residence.
  • Applicants must have at least one child in their home who is currently in foster care.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to providing stable and nurturing homes for children in foster care, as evidenced by their experience, references, and personal statement.
  • Applicants must be able to commit to attending and participating in all components of the fellowship program, including in-person and online trainings, meetings, and peer support activities.
  • Applicants must be a resident of the United States.

 

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