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Children’s Trust Fund Program
The Children’s Trust Fund (CTF) provides financial assistance and educational support to current and emancipated foster youth in Orange County up to the 25th birthday. Additionally, CTF provides referrals to other financial and educational resources as needed.

CTF scholarships have helped youth attend colleges and universities such as UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, California State University Fullerton and others. Some students have gone on to attend graduate schools.

In fiscal year 2006/2007, more than 660 youth were provided with CTF grants totaling $860,000 to help meet various foster care and emancipation needs. Of these, 241 students received scholarships for tuition, books or living expenses while attending colleges or universities.

Since its inception in 1986, more than $7.2 million has been distributed to local foster children through Orangewood's Children's Trust Fund.
For current foster youth, ages 0-18
Up to $250 per year for:
  • Educational camps, school sports and other extra-curricular activities
  • Driver's education
  • Yearbook and graduation expenses
For emancipated foster youth, ages 18-21st birthday
Up to $500 (or $1000 if ILP eligible) per year for:
  • Living expenses such as rent, groceries and clothing
  • Medical/dental expenses
For emancipated foster youth attending Community College or Trade School, until 25th birthday*
Part-time student (6-11 units)
Up to $1000 per year for tuition, books, supplies and living expenses		 Full-time student (12 units)
Up to $3,500 per year for tuition, books, supplies and living expenses

*Recipients must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA. Additional criteria are required for grants of $3,500 or higher.
For emancipated foster youth attending University, until 25th birthday*
Up to $6,000 per year for:
  • Tuition, books, supplies and living expenses

*Recipients must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA. Additional criteria are required for grants of $3,500 or higher.
   

Applications

Or for more information call toll free (866) OCF4Kids (866-623-4543) ext. 240.
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