Welcome to ACF

ACF sent letters to all 50 states reminding them that children may not be removed from their homes solely because parents decline to support a child’s self-identification as the opposite sex.

This brief describes the reporting practices used by the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), the burden associated with the reporting process and the limitations of the resulting information for understanding how CSBG funds are used by eligible entities.

Discover ACF's work to integrate predictive risk modeling (PRM) tools that generate real-time, data-driven risk assessments to strengthen child safety, improve workforce capacity, enhance caregiver recruitment and matching, and advance better outcomes for children and families.

New public dashboard provides transparent, state-by-state data on safety and permanency outcomes for children in foster care.

Help us achieve A Home for Every Child by becoming a foster parent. Find resources in your state and begin the process today.