Elevating Innovation in
Child Welfare
A call for exciting, early-stage projects with the potential to improve the lives of children and families impacted by the child welfare system.
The 2027 Springboard Prize cycle is coming soon!
More details will be shared in Fall 2026.
Please watch our 2025 awardees tell you about their innovative work in this short video along with previous Springboard Prize winners sharing about their projects, and more information about the prize itself.
Why the Springboard Prize for Child Welfare?
Countless parents, social workers, advocates, and other leaders in the child welfare system work tirelessly to address some of the most complex challenges facing children and families. At the same time, we know the current child welfare system too often lets down the hundreds of thousands in foster care and those at risk of entering the system.
We believe innovation is critical to creating meaningful and sustainable change. The Springboard Prize for Child Welfare aims to create a more equitable and brighter future for at-risk children and families by uncovering new ideas and helping them grow.
Meet Past Awardees!