§ Federal grant opportunity · HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CT-0042
Foster Parents Network Analytics Hub (HUB)
Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB is accepting applications for Foster Parents Network Analytics Hub (HUB). The deadline is August 10, 2026 and the published award range is $1.5M – $2.5M.
Key facts
- Funder
- Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB
- Application deadline
- August 10, 2026
- Award range
- $1.5M – $2.5M
- Eligibility
- None. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity.
- Geography
- United States
- Focus areas
- Human Services
- Opportunity number
- HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CT-0042
Program overview
To support the Administration for Children and Families" initiative, A Home for Every Child, the Children"s Bureau will award one grant to establish the Foster Parents Network Analytics Hub (HUB) to achieve a foster home-to-child ratio of more than 1:1 in every state by 2029. The HUB will advance the goal by providing states with advanced analytics tools and intensive technical assistance to optimize their foster parent networks.This national demonstration project under Section 426 of the Social Security Act, the HUB will develop a secure, accessible analytics platform integrated with state Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and Comprehensive Child Welfare Information Systems (SACWIS/CCWIS). It will also deliver rapid technical assistance to help states analyze foster home dynamics, identify capacity gaps, develop targeted retention strategies, and improve placement matching. This initiative exemplifies ACF's commitment to results and evidence by focusing on measurable outcomes, using data and proven practices to improve performance, and ensuring efficient use of taxpayer dollars through rigorous performance monitoring.This five-year cooperative agreement will establish the HUB, prioritizing immediate deployment, measurable impact, and sustainable capacity building.
How to apply
- Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
- Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB.
- Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
- Submit before August 10, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.
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