This grant is for creating and testing a program to support birth parents who have voluntarily placed their children for private adoption. The aim is to provide services like support groups to help these parents adjust and improve their well-being. The program will also be evaluated to see how effective it is, with the hope that successful models can be used by other organizations across the country.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that want to develop programs to support birth parents after adoption. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, Native American tribal organizations, and other unrestricted entities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Entities without 501(c)(3) status (unless otherwise unrestricted)
- Organizations not focused on post-adoption support
- Applications submitted after the deadline
What You May Need
- Proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Evaluation plan for program effectiveness
- Organizational capacity statement
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Ensure your organization is eligible before applying
- Prepare for a rigorous evaluation component
- Adhere strictly to the application deadline
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, which are tax-exempt organizations recognized by the IRS. Other eligible entities include Native American tribal organizations and any other unrestricted entities that can demonstrate capacity to develop and evaluate post-adoption support services.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that want to develop programs to support birth parents after adoption. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, Native American tribal organizations, and other unrestricted entities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Entities without 501(c)(3) status (unless otherwise unrestricted)
- Organizations not focused on post-adoption support
- Applications submitted after the deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement support services for birth parents, such as support groups and resources. They can also be used for evaluating the program's effectiveness to create a model for national replication.
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 7, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 6, 2026(29 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 5, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a nonprofit or tribal organization
- Register with SAM if not already registered
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Create a detailed budget plan
- Design an evaluation plan for the program
- Gather letters of support or partnership
- Submit application by the deadline