The PSRFA Scholarship

Pennsylvania State Resource Family Association

The PSRFA Scholarship Program supports the educational goals of young people connected to foster, adoptive, and kinship families across Pennsylvania. Through the generosity of donors and supporters, PSRFA provides financial assistance to help students continue their education beyond high school. Whether through college or trade school. This scholarship reflects our mission of Families Helping Families and our commitment to supporting youth as they transition into adulthood.

Eligible Students

Applicants may include:

  • Youth currently in foster care

  • Adopted youth

  • Kinship youth

  • Biological children of active PSRFA members who are currently licensed foster, adoptive, or kinship caregivers

Eligible Programs

Scholarships may be used toward:

  • Two-year or four-year college or university programs

  • Trade schools and technical programs

  • Certificate and vocational training programs

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

  • Be a high school senior or graduating student

  • Plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution or training program

  • Be connected to an active PSRFA member household

  • Submit a completed scholarship application by the stated deadline

Award Details

  • Scholarships are awarded based on available funding

  • Selection considers academic effort, personal goals, and demonstrated need

  • Funds are paid directly to the educational institution

Application Information

Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
How to Apply: Scholarship Application 2026

Another program to check out:

FC2S Scholarship Program

Foster Care to Success (FC2S) provides scholarships, mentorship, and ongoing support to help young people with lived foster care experience achieve their education and career goals.

FC2S recognizes that a traditional four-year college is not the only pathway to success. Their scholarship program supports students pursuing:

  • Certificate and professional training programs

  • Career and technical education

  • Two-year and four-year college degrees

The program is supported by private donors and prioritizes continuing scholars who were previously in foster care.

Eligibility highlights:

  • At least one year of college or post-secondary education completed

  • Minimum C average or higher

  • Students may apply up to their 25th birthday

Please Note:
To meet the needs of current scholarship recipients, FC2S is not accepting new students for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Community Now: Education & Career Training

FC2S is also expanding opportunities through Community Now, an initiative focused on career pathways that lead to sustainable employment and self-sufficiency.

Through partnerships with employers and schools, Community Now supports training for careers such as:

  • Plumbers

  • Electricians

  • Medical assistants

  • Other in-demand skilled professions

Young people are equipped with practical skills and real-world experience to help them thrive in their chosen career fields.

Scholarships & Grants

FC2S partners with organizations, foundations, and individuals nationwide to provide scholarships and grants to foster youth. With this support, hundreds of young people each year are able to continue their education and reach their goals.

Learn more about FC2S programs, scholarships, and future opportunities by visiting their website at Foster Care to Success | Scholarships and Grants.