Our Mission:

To empower communities to embrace a supportive
environment for children in foster care, and provide
care and support to families in crisis.

Our Vision:

To see local communities engaged in all areas of the
foster care community including children in care, foster
families, social workers, and families of origin through
supportive programs, active engagement and
compassionate relationships.

our initiatives:

At the heart of our work lies a commitment to the well-being
of children in foster care, and our initiatives include:

• Recruiting foster families to provide safe, stable, and loving homes.
• Building community networks to support children in foster care and the
  families who care for them.
• Mentorship programs that inspire and guide children and foster families.
• Parenting and support classes offered free of charge to families in crisis, often
  fulfilling court-ordered requirements and helping biological parents on their
  path to reunification.
• Encouraging state social workers whose dedication is vital to the lives of these
  children through recognition and support initiatives.
• Educational programs and volunteer opportunities for community groups to
  actively make a difference in this critical space.

Our Team:

Pete Eekhoff

CEO

Jenn Eekhoff

Executive Director

Board

of Directors

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Core Values

Faith

We will operate in faith as we serve children and families
in the foster care community.

Servanthood

We are committed to serving children and families in our
community by providing holistic support and addressing
their spiritual, mental, and physical needs.

Teamwork

We believe in the power of collaboration and are
committed to building strong partnerships with families,
churches, organizations, and state agencies to create a
supportive network for children and families within the
foster care community.

Integrity

We are committed to working hard, developing ethical
practices with truth and transparency and to serve
families with integrity.

Compassion

We are committed to supporting children and families in
the foster care community. We recognize the significant
sacrifices made by foster and adoptive parents and are
dedicated to providing them with the resources and
support they need while also supporting and equipping
families of origin.

Stewardship

We are committed to stewarding all the resources
entrusted to us.

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foster care community. What is your next step?

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