Fostering Success Tax Credit

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Meet Anwar

Meet Anwar, a determined young man who entered foster care after losing his father and brother at age 13. Through Wellroot Family Services and the Fostering Success Act, he found stability and support. Anwar earned his GED, started working, and is now attending college, focused on building a bright, independent future.

Redirect Your State Taxes to Change a Life

In Georgia, nearly 700 youth exit foster care and are left to fend for themselves each year. Leaving foster care without support carries lifelong consequences. However, thanks to the Fostering Success Tax Credit, also known as the Qualified Foster Child Donation Credit, your tax dollars can now bring new hope for youth transitioning from foster care.

As a Georgia taxpayer, you can redirect your taxes to Wellroot to help prevent poverty and homelessness for youth transitioning out of the foster care system. With an initial annual cap of $30 million, donations received through the program will support our Transitional Living Program, which provides guidance and support for these young adults. When you participate, you receive a 100% tax credit to your state income tax bill for your contribution.

How Does the Tax Credit Work?
Hear from our CEO, Allison Ashe, on the importance of the Fostering Success Tax Credit and how it works for Georgia individuals and businesses.

Applying is Easy!

Georgia taxpayers can redirect their state taxes to support young adults aging out of foster care—at no net cost. Your contribution helps provide stable housing, educational support, and life skills training during a pivotal time in their lives. To participate in the Fostering Success Tax Credit, you must apply and be pre-approved by the Georgia Department of Revenue before making your donation.

When you’re ready to apply, choose one of two options:

I want Wellroot to apply on my behalf.

This option allows Wellroot to submit your application to the State. You simply complete a short form, and we handle the rest.

Which of these best describes you?

Applying as an Individual or Married Filing Jointly

Applying as a S-Corp Member of an LLC or Partnership

Applying as a C-Corp, Trust or Pass-Through Entity

I want to apply on my own.

This option allows you to apply directly through the Georgia Tax Center. You’ll need to create an account with the Georgia Tax Center first and then complete the state application.

Preapproval is required BEFORE you donate. Log in to create an account at the Georgia Tax Center website (www.gtc.dor.ga.gov) or contact Associate Director of Development Alex Bevel Jones at ajones@wellroot.org for assistance.

Download the Qualified Foster Child Donations Credit Preapproval instructions.
Select United Methodist Children’s Home of the North GA Conference dba Wellroot Family Services as the Qualified Foster Child Support Organization (QFCSO).

Questions? Click here or call (404) 327-5865 to learn more.

Tax Credit Information Form

Do you have questions about the Fostering Success Tax Credit or application process? Please complete the form below, and a member of our team will be in touch with you soon.

You can also reach out directly to Alex Bevel Jones, Associate Director of Development, at ajones@wellroot.org or (404) 327-5865.

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Wellroot Family Services receives critical funding through the Fostering Success Tax Credit, supporting housing, education, and mentorship for young adults transitioning out of foster care. For full transparency on funds received and allocated, view our Fostering Success Tax Credit Disclosure.

In addition to participating in the Fostering Success Tax Credit, we hope you will continue to support our other programs through your giving. Your financial donations are vital to furthering our mission—offering more children, young adults, and families the benefits of a healthy, stable, and safe home.