Fund to Assist Former Foster Youth (FAFFY)
Forecasted
The Fund to Assist Former Foster Youth (FAFFY) by Nevada DCFS funds programs that help former foster youth in Nevada build life skills, achieve self-sufficiency, and transition to independent adulthood.
Funder: Nevada Division of Child and Family Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $640,000 per year (total available); awards typically span two years; no match required.
Summary: Supports Nevada organizations to assist former foster youth transitioning to independent adulthood through services that build self-sufficiency and life skills.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—dates and details subject to change; check program page for updates.
Description
The Fund to Assist Former Foster Youth (FAFFY) is a competitive grant program administered by the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). It is designed to support community-based organizations, local, and tribal governments in Nevada to deliver services for young adults who have aged out of foster care. The program emphasizes helping these youth achieve economic self-sufficiency, develop essential life skills, and access personal and emotional support as they transition to independent adulthood. Allowable activities include life skills training, career exploration, job training, educational support, preventative health, housing assistance, and access to health insurance. The program encourages innovative and collaborative approaches to reach diverse populations across the state.
