The purpose of this Program Instruction (PI) is to instruct state title IV-E agencies on the title IV-E prevention program requirements and on the flexibility such agencies may provide to tribes with whom they have agreements under section 472(a)(2)(B)(ii) of the Act. ACF-ACYF-CB-PI-24-10 supersedes ACF-ACYF-CB-PI-24-07 issued May 21, 2024, upon publication. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) provides information for states and tribes who request FFP for costs associated with an automated data processing project covering one or more of the human services programs established by the Social Security Act. This addresses the use of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software applications by these agencies, including purchased, leased and hosted proprietary software products and software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) notifies States of the new policy and procedures regarding the collection of funds resulting from penalties being assessed due to a State’s substantial failure to meet the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS) standards and requirements in 45 CFR 1355.40. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) provides guidance to Indian Tribes, Indian Tribal Organizations and Indian Tribal Consortia on actions they are required to take to receive their allotments authorized under title IV-B, subparts 1 and 2, and Chafee and ETV programs for Federal Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 (subject to the availability of appropriations) under the formula grant programs authorized by title IV-B, subparts 1 and 2, and the Chafee and ETV programs. This PI summarizes requirements for completing and submitting: (1) the first APSR update to the 2025-2029 CFSP and (2) the CFS-101, Parts I, II, and III. PI-25-02 (PDF) For the best access to each attachment, please download and save them to your computer. FY 2024 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 1 Stephanie Tubbs Jones Child Welfare Services GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Promoting Safe and Stable Families GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Kinship Navigator GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Education and Training Vouchers GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Family First Prevention Services Act Transition Grants CFS-101 Instructions, Part I, II, and III (PDF) IntroductionPart I: Annual Budget Request for Title IV-B, Subpart 1 & 2 Funds, CAPTA, Chafee, and ETV InstructionsPart II: Annual Estimated Expenditure Summary of Child and Family Services InstructionsPart III: Expenditures for Title IV-B, Subparts 1 and 2, John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood, and Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program CFS-101 Forms, Parts I, II and III Excel Workbook (XLSX) Annual Reporting of Education and Training Vouchers Awarded (PDF) Certification of Tribal Population Under Age 21 (PDF) Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) provides guidance to state, territorial and tribal title IV-E agencies on the actions required to apply for title IV-B, subpart 2 funding to support the development, enhancement or evaluation of kinship navigator programs. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Policy Guide and Manual (PGM) provides guidelines for development of State child welfare services plans. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) provides guidance to states, territories, and insular areas (hereafter “states,” unless otherwise noted) on actions required to receive Federal Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 allotments (subject to the availability of appropriations) under the formula grant programs authorized by title IV-B, subparts 1 and 2, section 106 of CAPTA, and the Chafee and ETV programs. This PI summarizes requirements for completing and submitting: (1) the first APSR update to the 2025-2029 CFSP, (2) the CAPTA State Plan update, and (3) the CFS-101, Parts I, II, and III. PI-25-01 (PDF) For the best access to each attachment, please download and save them to your computer. FY 2024 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 1 Stephanie Tubbs Jones Child Welfare Services GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Promoting Safe and Stable Families GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Monthly Caseworker Visit GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Kinship Navigator GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for Education and Training Vouchers GrantsFY 2024 Allotment for CAPTA State GrantsFY 2021 ARPA Supplemental Allotment for CAPTA State GrantsFY 2020 Allotment for Family First Prevention Services Act Transition Grants CFS-101 Instructions, Part I, II, and III (PDF) IntroductionPart I: Annual Budget Request for Funds under Title IV-B, Subparts 1 & 2, CAPTA State Grant, Chafee, and ETVPart II: Annual Estimated Expenditure Summary of Child and Family Services Funds Part III: Expenditures for Title IV-B, Subparts 1 and 2, John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood, and Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program CFS-101 Forms, Parts I, II and III Excel Workbook (XLSX) Annual Reporting of Education and Training Vouchers Awarded (PDF) Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) disseminates the revised Title IV-E Foster Care Eligibility Review Guide, reflecting changes in title IV-E eligibility requirements enacted through the Family First Prevention Services Act of 2018 (the Family First Act). PI-23-06 (PDF) Title IV-E Foster Care Eligibility Review Guide Planned Schedule of IV-E Reviews by Fiscal Year Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) provides guidance on the eligibility requirements and grant application procedures for the State CIP grant for FY 2025, including updating the five-year strategic plan, and to provide guidance on the requirements for state courts to continuously assess and improve the handling of court proceedings related to child welfare and enhance collaboration with title IV-B/IV-E agencies and tribes. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.

This Program Instruction (PI) provides guidance to states, territories, and insular areas (hereafter “states,” unless otherwise noted) on actions they are required to take to receive their allotments for Federal Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 (subject to the availability of appropriations) authorized under title IV-B, subparts 1 and 2, section 106 of CAPTA, Chafee and ETV programs. PI-24-02 (PDF) For the best access to each attachment, please download and save them to your computer. FY 2023 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 1 Stephanie Tubbs Jones Child Welfare Services GrantsFY 2023 Supplemental Disaster Relief Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 1 Stephanie Tubbs Jones Child Welfare Services FY 2023 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Promoting Safe and Stable Families GrantsFY 2023 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Monthly Caseworker Visit GrantsFY 2023 Allotment for Title IV-B, Subpart 2 Kinship Navigator GrantsFY 2023 Allotment for Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood GrantsFY 2023 Allotment for Education and Training Vouchers GrantsFY 2023 Allotment for CAPTA State GrantsFY 2021 ARPA Supplemental Allotment for CAPTA State GrantsFY 2020 Allotment for Family First Prevention Services Act Transition Grants CFS-101 Instructions, Part I, II, and III (PDF) IntroductionPart I: Annual Budget Request for Title IV-B, Subpart 1 & 2 Funds, CAPTA, Chafee, and ETV InstructionsPart II: Annual Estimated Expenditure Summary of Child and Family Services InstructionsPart III: Expenditures for Title IV-B, Subparts 1 and 2, Chafee Foster Care Independence (Chafee) and Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Programs Instructions CFS-101 Forms, Parts I, II and III Excel Workbook (XLSX) Assurances and Certifications (PDF) Title IV-B, subparts 1 and 2ChafeeETV Annual Reporting of Education and Training Vouchers Awarded (PDF) The PDF is best viewed in Chrome or Firefox. If using Internet Explorer (IE), please right click the link, save the file, and view it locally. Metadata-only record linking to the original dataset. Open original dataset below.