Apply for a Fostering Wishes for Children Grant
To apply, please complete the online form by clicking Apply Now.
![Boy and girl make a wish](https://www.embrella.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/iStock-518589722.jpg)
Eligibility Requirements
Wishes are granted to children who are in the custody of New Jersey Child Protection & Permanency (CP&P) with an open case, and are 21 years or younger. You may request up to $250 per child, per year in the categories listed below.
Question about eligibility? Contact development@embrella.org
![Child holding a dandelion clock](https://www.embrella.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/iStock-534163227.jpg)
![Children running on meadow at sunset](https://www.embrella.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/iStock-179242360.jpg)
Qualifying Activities and Supplies
- Rental or purchase of equipment or supplies for special training/ instruction, e.g., musical instruments, art supplies (unless cost is assumed by the school)
- Specialized training or instruction based upon exceptional ability, skill, or interest demonstrated by the child, e.g., music, art, dance, computer science (unless the cost is assumed by the school).
- Specialty items for one time gifts or special milestone occasions
- Registration and/or uniform and equipment expenses for organized youth organizations such as Little League and other sports, Girl and Boy Scouts, 4H, and other recreational programs (unless funds are available through CP&P)
- Class trips, school pictures, field trips (unless cost is assumed by the school)
- Metal eyeglass frames or contact lenses not covered by Medicaid or CP&P
- Amusement or theme park passes
Please note: School uniforms, tutoring for foster youth, court mandated therapies, food, basic clothing, and other expenses available through CP&P or covered by stipends are not eligible, nor are vacation expenses such as flights or hotels.