Giving a child an allowance is a useful way of teaching the value of money. If you provide an allowance to your foster child, it should be given freely and not linked to a specific type or volume of chores he or she must perform before being paid. 

Additionally, an allowance should not be used to fulfill a child’s basic needs. We recommend that your foster child is allowed to spend an agreed-upon portion of his or her allowance as he or she wishes, as this promotes responsibility, independence, and decision-making skills.

Check with your case manager to see if a reimbursable amount for providing an allowance is available.

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