Scholarships for Foster Youth
Support Foster Love scholarships for foster youth to help aged-out youth pursue education, break the cycle of poverty, and build brighter futures.
Change a Foster Youth’s Future Through Education
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Empowering Aged-Out Foster Youth Through Education
Each year, thousands of foster youth age out of care without a family or financial support, facing staggering barriers to independence and higher education. Foster Love scholarships combine full financial support, mentorship, housing assistance, and career guidance to give foster youth the tools they need to succeed.
Our holistic approach ensures students not only attend college or trade programs but thrive academically, personally, and professionally.
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Family Fellowship
Veterinary Technician Scholarship
Sponsored by Charles River Laboratories
A scholarship up to $24,000 supporting veterinary careers including mentorship and professional guidance.
Milligan Family Foundation
The Urgent Need
Many youth have dreams of college and a stable career, but face overwhelming odds. The numbers show that youth aging out of foster care face systemic barriers to stability, including housing, employment, and higher education.
- Only 8-12% of youth who age out of foster care graduate college, compared to 49% of non-foster youth. —Annie E. Casey Foundation
- 70% of foster youth dream of attending college, but less than half enroll. —Juvenile Law Center
- Around 20,000 youth age out every year without a permanent family or stable support. —U.S. Department of Education
- 25% become homeless within 4 years of aging out. —National Foster Youth Institute
- By 21, only 44% of youth aging out report being employed. —Annie E. Casey Foundation
- 1 in 5 incarcerated individuals have a history in foster care. —U.S. Department of Justice
Education is one of the strongest predictors of breaking the poverty cycle.
Without help, many will follow the troubling path these statistics point toward. With your support, you offer an alternate future for these deserving youth.
The Urgent Need
Many youth have dreams of college and a stable career, but face overwhelming odds. The numbers show that youth aging out of foster care face systemic barriers to stability, including housing, employment, and higher education.
of foster youth dream of attending college, but less than half enroll. —Juvenile Law Center
Around 20,000 youth age out every year without a permanent family or stable support. —U.S. Department of Education
become homeless within 4 years of aging out. —National Foster Youth Institute
Education is one of the strongest predictors of breaking the poverty cycle.
Without help, many will follow the troubling path these statistics point toward. With your support, you offer an alternate future for these deserving youth.
Help 250 Scholars Graduate by 2030
Groceries
Monthly grocery allowance for college foster youth.
School Supplies
Supplies like textbooks, work tools, and other essentials.
Living Expenses
Tutoring support, living allowances, & registration fees
Housing Support
Housing support including rent and utilities.
Meet Our Scholars
Foster Love Scholarships have supported over 147 young adults nationwide, helping them defy the odds and pursue higher education, skilled trades, and veterinary careers. Discover their inspiring stories and see how your support transforms lives.
A Scholarship Can Change a Foster Youth’s Life Forever. You Can Be the Reason Why.
The Real Impact Our Scholarships Have
Thanks to donors, Foster Love has provided scholarships for foster youth nationwide. Here are just a few success stories:
Each scar's a story: of strength, of survival, and resiliency. I've fought hard to turn pain into purpose, translating what I went through in the past into what teaches me for my future. I want to be able to set an example for the next generation, to show them that where you begin doesn't necessarily mean where you'll end up.
"I am currently in my first semester and I’ve really enjoyed the Veterinary Technician program so far. The Vet Tech scholarship has helped take some financial pressure off my back, which has made some big difference. Covering groceries and getting a monthly allowance has given me more breathing room, especially since I juggle both full-time and part-time jobs. When I was struggling, the scholarship helped cover part of my rent, which was a huge relief. Having that support has allowed me to focus more on school and my career instead of constantly stressing about money."
Each scar’s a story: of strength, of survival, and resiliency. I’ve fought hard to turn pain into purpose, translating what I went through in the past into what teaches me for my future. I want to be able to set an example for the next generation, to show them that where you begin doesn’t necessarily mean where you’ll end up.
— Sollie
Managing Director
My dad was a mechanic, and I’ve always found the automotive world fascinating, so this trade just made sense. [My daughter] motivates everything I do. I want her to see that even after setbacks, you can build something strong. I want her to see that even after setbacks, you can build something strong.
— Sollie
Managing Director
Each scar’s a story: of strength, of survival, and resiliency. I’ve fought hard to turn pain into purpose, translating what I went through in the past into what teaches me for my future. I want to be able to set an example for the next generation, to show them that where you begin doesn’t necessarily mean where you’ll end up.
— Sollie
Managing Director
Each scar’s a story: of strength, of survival, and resiliency. I’ve fought hard to turn pain into purpose, translating what I went through in the past into what teaches me for my future. I want to be able to set an example for the next generation, to show them that where you begin doesn’t necessarily mean where you’ll end up.
— Sollie
Managing Director
