Microgrants for Foster Youth

A Dreams33 Microgrant is a cash grant to pay for unexpected academic or vocational-related expenses. These can include, but are not limited to: a home computer or laptop; a printer; additional materials for a class; educational subscription or app; an occupational membership; computer software; a workshop or training.

Application Age: 18 +
Service Area: Nationwide
Requirements:

  1. Must be in or formally in the foster care system
  2. Currently enrolled in an accredited university, community college, & vocational program and in good standing

Documentation needed for application:

  1. Dependency or Ward Letter
  2. Copy of transcripts
  3. Proof of current enrollment
  4. Personal Statement
  5. Identification

Application Period:
Year round
Annual Grant Amount:
One microgrant per 12 month period – amount based on the specific application request.

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Three Easy Steps to Apply

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Write a brief personal statement about your need and how it will help you achieve your educational and/or vocational goals.

ONLINE APPLICATION

Complete the online application accessible below or download the PDF and fill out at home.

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WAIT FOR GOOD NEWS

Wait up to two weeks to hear from a Dreams33 representative with news about your request.

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Microgrant Application

  • Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
  • Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY

  • Dependency Verification Letter or copy of your Dependency Card

  • Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, tiff, bmp.
    Allowed file types: jpg, jpeg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, tiff, bmp

  • Copy of transcripts and proof of enrollment

  • Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, tiff, bmp.

  • Photo ID

  • Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, gif, png, pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, tiff, bmp.

  • Personal Statement

  • 1. What is the need you are applying for?
    2. How would this help your future educational and/or vocational goals?
    3. Please list all costs you wish to be included in this MicroGrant.
    4. Please share anything else you would like Dreams33 to know.

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