Child Welfare Information Gateway is an information service of the Children’s Bureau, which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS's) Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF). The Children’s Bureau partners with Federal, State, Tribal and local agencies to improve the overall health and well-being of children and families. In this section, you'll find key Children’s Bureau resources, including information on Federal funding for child welfare programs, discretionary grants, and the history of the Children's Bureau.
Children's Bureau Grants
Children's Bureau Discretionary Grants
Find information about the Children's Bureau's discretionary grant program, search the Discretionary Grants library for grant materials and resources, and view Children's Bureau discretionary grantees highlights.
Children’s Bureau Discretionary Grant Management Tools
Provides information for recipients of Children's Bureau discretionary grants. It includes links to Federal resources and guidance to help grantees access and use GrantSolutions in managing their grant, draw down Federal funds in the Payment Management System, and understand other postaward requirements.
Discretionary Grants Library
Offers information related to specific Children's Bureau grant projects through a search tool.
History of the Children's Bureau
Children’s Bureau Video Series
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Children's Bureau
Features Children’s Bureau leaders and staff (through 2012) speaking passionately about their commitment to the Bureau’s work and how that passion translates into better outcomes for children, families, and communities. The series also includes seven spotlight videos on key topics.
The Story of the Children’s Bureau
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Children's Bureau
Describes how the Children’s Bureau improved the lives of children and families through collaboration, research, assistance to States and Tribes, public awareness campaigns, and more, in a brief, informative e-brochure.