Foster Parents Network Analytics Hub (HUB)
A five-year grant will fund a national analytics hub to help states use data tools and technical support to ensure there are more foster homes than children needing placement in every state by 2029.
Funder: Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026
Funding Amounts: One award, $1,500,000–$2,500,000 total for five years; expected total program funding: $2,500,000
Summary: Supports a national analytics hub to help states optimize foster parent networks and achieve a foster home-to-child ratio of 1:1 by 2029.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—dates and details are projected and may change.
Description
This forecasted opportunity will fund the establishment of the Foster Parents Network Analytics Hub (HUB) under a five-year cooperative agreement. The HUB aims to support the Administration for Children and Families’ (ACF) “A Home for Every Child” initiative by providing states with advanced analytics tools and intensive technical assistance to optimize foster parent networks. The primary goal is to help every state achieve a foster home-to-child ratio of more than 1:1 by 2029.
The HUB will:
- Develop a secure, accessible analytics platform integrated with state child welfare information systems (SACWIS/CCWIS).
- Deliver rapid technical assistance to help states analyze foster home dynamics, identify capacity gaps, develop targeted retention strategies, and improve placement matching.
- Emphasize measurable outcomes, rigorous performance monitoring, and sustainable capacity building.
