What is Division X - Additional Chafee Funding?  

This time-limited funding source is available to help support youth and young adults, ages 18-23 who are experiencing or exited foster care recover from the recent pandemic. 

These funds can help with rent, groceries, utilities, cell phone, funds for college, etc.  This presentation provides an explanation and call to action for GAL Volunteers on ensuring applications are completed on behalf of eligible young adults.

Moderator :  Calvin Martin, Chief Innovation Officer / Guardian ad Litem Program  

Guest Speakers:  

Brandie McCabe, Director of Youth Initiatives / Selfless Love Foundation

Diamond Whitley, Youth Engagement Specialist / One Voice Impaact


Original Webinar Date:  January 11, 2022

GAL Volunteers and Staff, please use the following for recording this training in Optima:   

  • Optima training topic: "Educational Advocacy" 
  • Certification Domain:  Child Advocacy Management



* This training was presented for the Guardian ad Litem Program through One Voice Impaact powered by Selfless Love Foundation.

Please email [email protected] with any questions on this material.

What to expect?

Highlights from this webinar broadcast include:

  • Differences between Assistance versus Incentive funding

  • Extensive Q & A segment

  • Explanation & Practical application of Chafee Funds (Call to Action)

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Pandemic Relief Funding for Eligible Young Adults

    • Chafee Division X Funds Introduction

    • Video Presentation

    • Handouts & Resources

    • QUIZ: Pandemic Relief - Division X Chafee Funding