Aspiranet is a 501(c) (3), California nonprofit organization with the mission of providing children, youth, and families with a foundation of support and services so they can succeed at home, at school, and in their communities. Tax ID: 94-2442955

Get started: (877) 380-4376

Learn more about how to become a foster family:

Foster Care Requirements

The process of becoming a foster family is guided by state and Aspiranet requirements including:

• Parents must be 21 years of age or older

• Families should have adequate space for a child in the home

• Families should be financially self-sufficient

• All adults over the age of 18 must clear a background check through Child Abuse Index and Department of Justice fingerprints

• Parents must have a valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance