Family Based | Child_Welfare | Children Youth | Adolescents | RITS | General
Program: Teen Grant
Contact: RI Foster Parents Association
Phone: 401-438-3900 ext.100
Email: N/A
Description: The teen Grant Program provides grants in amounts up to $400 per year for youths aged 14 and older, who reside in foster care. Grants can be used for a variety of purpose related to the transition to independence,including workshops, supplies and tools for vocational training programs, art supplies, sports equipment or fees, musical instruments and lessons and other extracurricular activities that will provide youth with tangible skills or enhanced self-esteem.
Youth submit an application to the Teen Grant Program which is managed by the RI Foster Parents Association. A committee, which includes youth, foster parents and staff, reviews requests on a monthly basis. Applications and more information can be obtained by calling the Foster Parents Association at 401-438-3900 ext. 100 or at Youth Enrichment/Teen Grant Program.
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