Overview

For tax year 2025, the Foster Youth Tax Credit (FYTC) provides up to $1,189 per eligible individual or up to $2,378 if both primary taxpayer and spouse/RDP qualify. FYTC may provide you with cash back or reduce any tax you owe.

Current and former foster youth must meet all of 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 2025 FTB 3514 form, California Earned Income Tax Credit, or follow the instructions on your tax software

Satisfy foster care verification requirement