Foster Youth Tax Credit

Foster youth may qualify for the Foster Youth Tax Credit (FYTC) which provides up to $1,117 per eligible individual or up to $2,234 if both primary taxpayer and spouse/RDP qualify

The current and former foster youth must meet all the following requirements:

  • Qualify for the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC)
  • Were ages 18 to 25 at the end of the tax year
  • Were in foster care at age 13 or older and placed through the California foster care system
  • Claim the credit on the 2023 FTB 3514 form, California Earned Income Tax Credit, or follow the instructions on your tax software
  • Satisfy foster care verification requirement

For more information please visit the California IRS website.

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