Current situation regarding the ASGSF (Adoption & Special Guardianship Support Fund)

Today we can confirm that the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund will be continuing from April 2025.

The ASGSF plays an important role in helping families to navigate the challenges of adoption and special guardianship, providing access to services such as therapeutic support, and specialist assessments. The government remains committed to supporting these families, who play an essential role in providing stable and loving homes for children in need.

We have confirmed £50m for the ASGSF in 2025-26. However, exact plans for the fund will be confirmed as soon as possible, with a focus on ensuring that the funding reaches as many children and families as possible. Until then, the application process will remain on hold, and we regret any delays this causes.

We appreciate that this has been a challenging period, and are grateful for your patience. We recognise the urgency of opening applications for 2025-26 and are working hard to share further details with you in the coming days.