Yes, you interpreted that correctly. You cannot deduct your foster care expenses as a charitable contribution if the agency cannot accept charitable donations.
Instead, your expenses would be used to determine if you are eligible to claim the foster child as a dependent. If your expenses were greater than the amount you received for providing the foster care, then the 'support' requirement for claiming a dependent would be met.
Who can I claim as a dependent?
@abhiol
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