Children's Hope Alliance’s Post

Joseph felt like he belonged, cruising on his bike with the other kids in the neighborhood without a care in the world. Bicycles (and helmets and locks!) are one of the many things Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation funds for children and youth in foster care. For more than 40 years, we've been changing their stories, simply by helping them experience moments of joy. Learn more about our important work at affcf.org. #changethestory #transformalife #40yearsofchangingthestory #affcf40thanniversary #bicycles #childhoodactivities #keystosuccess #postsecondaryprograms #AFFCF #azffcf #youwinkidswin

Growing up in a community of single mothers, homelessness and chronic housing instability were constants in my life. Though I wasn't a foster child myself, my mother and aunts hailed from foster backgrounds, and so instability was a regular occurrence. Fast forward to 2024, serving and uplifting unhoused youth becomes my mission. The spaces God places me are on purpose, for a purpose. 🙏🏾 Youth homelessness is a super complex issue. Shelters are overcrowded, transitional housing is few, and affordable housing - don’t get me started. According to NCSL: 👉🏾 Each year, 1.5 million children and adolescents flee home due to family conflicts, abuse, or neglect, finding themselves homeless. 👉🏾 Over 250,000 children enter foster care annually, with more than 23,000 aging out each year. These youths face heightened risks of homelessness due to various factors, including unstable placements, histories of running away, and time spent in institutional settings. At Pour Over Love, the youth we serve encounter challenges unique to Atlanta, such as the prevalence of sex trafficking and the increasing presence of gangs and initiations. We're dedicated to empowering our youth through a comprehensive approach: expanding our resources to encompass career development, on-the-job training, mentorship, and networking opportunities, we aim to facilitate successful transitions. Our goal is ambitious yet attainable: within our 12-month cohorts, we strive to secure stable housing and meaningful careers for each individual, setting the stage for sustainable lifestyles. 🤝 Will you help me in transitioning the lives of Atlanta’s at-risk youth? Whatever form your contribution takes (financial, mentorship, reposting), know that it is invaluable to us. Your support enables us to continue our vital work, impacting lives and reshaping futures, and we greatly appreciate your contributions. https://lnkd.in/eSi-eTg4 #nonprofit #supporttheyouth #fundraising #impactdriven #homelessness #careerdevelopment #jobtraining #mentorship #affordablehousing #employment

#NationalGrandparentsDay is coming up this Sunday! 👵👴 Let's take this opportunity to recognize the profound impact that grandparents have on children's lives. Grandparents offer love, support, and stability, and many step into the role of primary caregivers for their grandchildren. Did you know that more than 2.7 million children (4% of all children in the U.S.) are being raised by grandparents or other relatives? Explore this page to learn more about what #KinshipCare is and how it leads to better outcomes for children: https://lnkd.in/gCCWAAtS. #Kinship

Is there a cause you are passionate about? Get your church involved. The causes that have been placed on your heart are opportunities to fulfill your God-given calling to serve others. As part of the body of Christ, you can raise awareness about these causes within your own church and mobilize your community to join you in championing these causes. For example, if you are passionate about displaced children, your church can partner with the Global Orphan Project, which connects children and families affected by the foster care system to people who want to help through their online platform called CarePortal. When you raise awareness in your church about these needs, you can build a community of others who want to make a positive, lasting impact and partner with organizations that have the tools to solve the world's greatest problems. The question is this: are you going to respond to this prompting? #ministry #churchcommunity #giveback

Fostering is full of ups and downs! Unfortunately, the vast majority of Foster Youth have experienced far more “downs” than “ups” in their short life. This is why it’s so incredibly important to help the children in your life learn to celebrate those ups! We’ve collected a few tips on helping your kids–and yourself–learn to find pockets of celebration in their everyday lives, no matter how big or small. Read the blog to learn more. https://lnkd.in/ejP4yKnQ #KamaliiFosterFamilyAgency #Kamalii #FosterCare #Kids #Children #Support #Family #Teenager #Community #Blog #FamilyBlog #ParentingBlog

May is #NationalFosterCareMonth, a time to honor the courage and resilience of all the youth in the foster care system. 💙 Our mission is to provide love, support, and stability to these children in need. 🤝 Learn more about how you can help us with our mission here: https://bit.ly/3FwTuLl #AMightyChangeOfHeart #ArizonaNonProfit #FosterCareJourney

Can any of us really foster? A contentious question, but in reality, has a very simple answer. In this weeks blog post we summarise why we think more careful consideration should be taken before assessing a potential foster carer. Read more here 👇 https://lnkd.in/ejA5ziJ4 #fostercare #anyofus #parenting

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month - a time to highlight the needs of children and youth in foster care and what we can do to make a meaningful impact for them. Founded more than 40 years ago on the idea that we can, and should, do more for young people in care, Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation works every day to change their stories so they can lead fuller, richer and more productive lives. We are here to help children and youth in foster care and those that care for them. How We Help: - Childhood Activities: affcf.org/guidelines - Keys to Success: affcf.org/keys - Post-Secondary Programs: affcf.org/ps_programs How You Can Help: - Donate to AFFCF: affcf.org/give - Foster a Child: https://lnkd.in/gcCdB2j9 - Raise Awareness: share our posts with your network to spread word that help is available and how others can get involved #affcf40thanniversary #fostercare #40yearsofimpact #childhoodactivities #keystosuccess #keystofinancialsuccess #postsecondaryprograms #AFFCF #azffcf #youwinkidswin

Our commitment to family and community support has always been at the core of what we do. Our ins and outs for 2024: 👍 In: Strengthening Families We focus on keeping families together, supporting them to create safe, nurturing environments for their children. 👎 Out: Short-Term Solutions We have learnt that quick fixes don't address the root causes of family separation. 👍 In: Sustainable Community Support We're investing in long-term community development, training volunteers, and partnering with local governments for lasting change. 👎 Out: One-Size-Fits-All Approach Every child, family, and community is unique and deserves a tailored approach. 👍 In: Personalised Care and Support Our programs are designed to meet specific needs, whether it’s reuniting families, finding an alternative family, or providing resources to support families. 👎 Out: Dependency on Institutional Care Moving away from relying on institutional care that isolates children from real-life experiences and community ties. #ChildsiFoundation #FamilyFirst #CommunityCare #InsandOuts #NewYear

Often, people don't realise that they have the support they do. Our work at Daybreak enables individuals to connect with those who care about them and feel comfortable asking for help. 💙Together, we can strengthen our community and uplift each other. #DaybreakCharity #SupportNetwork #CommunityCare #AskForHelp #FamilySupportCharity #FamilyTogether #FamilyNetwork #Family #Support #Referrals #SocialWork