Living costs
Food, utilities, clothing, travel, pocket money and other everyday needs.
Allowance calculator
Get a simple first estimate.
Use the published maximum to see an illustrative annual figure, then speak with the team for a placement-specific explanation.
Based in ManchesterHere when you’re ready.
Fast estimatewith no personal details
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Guidance onlyuntil a placement is agreed
Your illustration
Build an initial estimate.
No personal information is collected. Change the options to see how the published maximum scales across children.
- Uses the published maximum per child, per year
- Does not include extra placement payments
- Guidance only—not a payment offer
Understanding the figure
Your exact allowance is personal to the placement.
The estimate uses Organic Fostering’s published maximum of up to £36,400 per child per year. It does not predict the exact amount you will receive and does not include every possible benefit or additional payment.
Before accepting a placement, ask for a written explanation of the weekly allowance, professional fee, additional support and what happens between placements.
What the allowance covers
Day-to-day care and professional commitment.
Experiences
Activities and opportunities that help the child feel included and develop confidence.
Your role
A professional fee recognising the skill, responsibility and time involved in fostering.
Take the first step
Could fostering be part of your story?
Ask your questions in a relaxed, confidential conversation with our Manchester team.