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Recognizing Board Member Service

We’re honored to recognize our Board of Directors members, Jackie Olinger Rochelle, Mila Baumann, David Singer, LaShonda Lambert-Howze, and David Bell for their extraordinary

Sisters United, Family Preserved

With diligent support, we can preserve the bonds that matter most: those of family.

The Power of Kinship: Bryson’s Journey

More than 100 studies involving over 660,000 children show that youth placed with relatives or kin experience better health, educational, and mental health outcomes—something

“Yes” Changes Everything

Learn how the ties of kinship created a family of five with love that spans states.

Foster Hope Day

Foster Hope Day is the Coalition's signature day of online giving and celebration of what matters most: family!

250 Very Happy Birthdays!

Everyone loves to help kids celebrate their birthday! Our Birthday Buddies program was created to help children who otherwise may not receive much make

Cody’s Little Wish

Little Wishes supported Cody’s first trip outside the home, and it was a transformational experience! He attended church camp, which included three days and

Fostering Hope: Annual Report Edition

The latest edition of the Coalition’s newsletter, Fostering Hope, is ready for you to enjoy! In this Annual Report Edition, we’re updating you on

Helping Youth Find Meaningful Careers

Our Older Youth Readiness team recently met with the Director of the Carpenter’s Union and learned about a unique opportunity for young people to

Andrew

Our 30 Days to Family® Specialist Patrick received the case of six-year-old Andrew when Andrew came into foster care due to physical abuse at

Junior Board Trivia Night

The annual Junior Board Trivia Night is a special evening themed trivia, food, and fun for the St. Louis community, hosted by the Foster

That’s a Wrap on Trivia Night: A Night at the Movies!

More than 200 movie buffs attended our sold out event. Thanks to their support, we exceeded our goal, raising $46,074 to support children in

Helping Families in Times of Need

Over the past weeks, the Coalition has rallied to support our foster and adoptive families who were impacted by devastating tornadoes. While our hearts

Advocacy in Action: Reuniting Four Brothers

The staff at Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition (the Coalition) are no strangers to fiercely championing the children and families we serve. In February

Keeping Children in Foster Care Connected

Alarmingly, up to 85% of youth in foster care are separated from their siblings. For children who have already experienced immense trauma from being

$245,679 Raised on Give STL Day!

The 12th annual Give STL Day was a huge success. We beat our goal by more than $100,000! Our supporters showed up for the

The Path to Permanency

Marla*, a licensed foster parent, was motivated to follow in the footsteps of her biological mother to create a nurturing space where foster youth

Hope in a Handbag 2026

Hope in a Handbag is the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition's signature fundraising event to support children impacted by foster care. Guests enjoy an