Scheme for Welfare of Children in Need of Care and Protection

Scheme for Welfare of Children in Need of Care and Protection is a social welfare scheme run by the Directorate of Women & Child Development, Government of Goa. It supports voluntary organizations that give shelter and care to destitute or orphaned children up to 18 years old, with monthly financial grants to cover their maintenance needs.

Applications for this scheme are now accepted online through the Goa Online portal, so registered voluntary organizations can apply from anywhere. The scheme remains open for new applications in 2026 and continues to provide grant in aid to institutions that look after children in need of care and protection.

Scheme for Welfare of Children in Need of Care and Protection - Introduction

Scheme for Welfare of Children in Need of Care and Protection works as a dedicated scheme by the Directorate of Women & Child Development, Government of Goa. It helps voluntary organizations that look after destitute and orphaned children up to 18 years of age. The main aim is to help these children get back to a normal life in the community by supporting the institutions that care for them.

Financial support is given in the form of grant in aid to registered institutions that have the chance to grow their services with government help. If you manage a registered voluntary organization, you can now apply online through the Goa Online portal instead of visiting the department office in person.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme provides direct financial support to organizations to help them give better care to children. The monthly grant is calculated based on the type of premises used by the organization. The support is paid every month as long as the organization keeps meeting the scheme rules.

Eligibility

To qualify for this support, your organization and the children in your care must meet specific criteria. The scheme is meant for voluntary organizations that are already running shelters or homes for children in need.

For the organization

Your organization must be a registered voluntary entity with the Government of Goa. It should be actively involved in child welfare and should run an institution that can take care of destitute and orphaned children.

For the children

Each child in your care should fit into at least one of these categories:

• Children who have no parents or near relatives, meaning they are fully orphaned and have no one to look after them.
• Children from single-parent families where the remaining parent cannot provide proper care due to death, abandonment, severe illness, or imprisonment.
• Children from families with a monthly income of less than ₹ 500, who come from very poor households.

For example, if a child has lost both parents and lives in a registered shelter, that child would be eligible for support under this scheme.

Application Process

You can now apply for this scheme online through the Goa Online portal. The process has moved online, so there is no need to visit the department office to fill the form. Follow these steps to apply:

STEP 1 - Register on the official portal at goaonline.gov.in by providing your email id, mobile number, name, address and date of birth, and complete the OTP authentication.

STEP 2 - After successful registration, log in with your credentials and open the Services Menu, then go to All Services, select Directorate of Women & Child Development, and choose Child Care & Protection of Children - Grant In Aid.

STEP 3 - Fill in the application form with all the required details about your organization and the children in your care.

STEP 4 - Upload the required documents as per the list given below.

STEP 5 - Check the clauses of the declaration form and submit the application to the department.

STEP 6 - After submission, an acknowledgement SMS and email will be sent to you. Note down the acknowledgement number for tracking your application.

Documents

Make sure you have the following documents ready before you start the online application process:

• List of boarders, which is a detailed list of the children currently staying in your shelter.
• Utilization certificate, showing how the earlier grant money was used by your organization.
• Bio data of new boarders, with the profile details of the children newly admitted to your care.

References

For more details, you can refer to the Citizen's Charter provided by the Government of Goa. You can also visit the Goa Online service page for this scheme to start your application.

FAQ's

Can voluntary organizations use the financial support to cover other expenses such as education or medical needs of the children?

While the rules do not specify every exact use, the funds are meant to support the overall care and welfare of the destitute and orphaned children living in your facility.

What is the process for voluntary organizations to renew their registration or eligibility for the scheme each year?

Please contact the Directorate of Women & Child Development directly to ask about the specific renewal requirements for your organization.

Can voluntary organizations get both types of financial support if they have children in both owned and rented premises?

Yes, if your organization manages children in both types of premises, you can receive support calculated at the respective rates for each.

What role does the Directorate of Women & Child Development play in the implementation of the scheme?

The Directorate manages the whole process, including reviewing applications, checking eligibility, and paying out the monthly approved grants.

Is there any limit to the number of children a voluntary organization can admit to get support under the scheme?

There is no fixed limit mentioned, but the total grant amount is based on the number of children currently admitted and registered under the scheme.

Is the financial support a one-time grant, or is it provided on an ongoing basis?

This is ongoing support paid on a monthly basis for as long as the organization meets the scheme's eligibility rules.

Is there any age limit for the children who can be supported under this scheme?

Yes, this scheme provides support for children until they turn 18 years old.

How much support is provided per child per month for children in rented premises?

The scheme provides ₹ 500 per child per month for children living in rented premises.

What is the amount of support granted per child per month for children in own premises?

The scheme provides ₹ 400 per child per month for children housed in premises owned by the organization.

What benefits are provided to registered voluntary organizations under this scheme?

Registered organizations receive monthly financial grants to help cover the costs of caring for destitute and orphaned children.

How can voluntary organizations apply for the scheme now?

Organizations can apply online through the Goa Online portal by registering, logging in, and selecting the Child Care & Protection of Children - Grant In Aid service under the Women & Child Development department.

What is the main objective of the Scheme for Welfare of Children in Need of Care and Protection?

The main aim is to help voluntary organizations provide essential care and protection to destitute or orphaned children up to 18 years of age.