The Atlanta Braves have officially become the first Major League Baseball team to earn the Foster Friendly® designation through Georgia’s Kids Belong. Through discounted tickets, family-centered experiences, and ongoing support for foster and kinship families, the Braves are helping create moments of connection, belonging, and joy for children impacted by foster care.
Summer is a wonderful time to strengthen the bonds within foster families, creating a sense of belonging, connection, and joy. The slower pace of summer break and the longer sunny days offer countless opportunities for shared experiences and meaningful moments together. Whether it’s trying something new, exploring your community, or simply spending intentional time as a family, these moments can help children in care feel more secure, valued, and at home. Sometimes the smallest traditions — a weekly outing, a shared treat, or a family adventure — can become the memories that mean the most.
Charell’s Foster Care Journey Charell recently joined the Foster Friendly Podcast with America’s Kids Belong and shared her journey involving foster care and where that has ultimately led her. It all started when her great-grandmother fell ill, leading her to enter foster…
A Foster Friendly Community is a place where businesses, faith communities, civic leaders, and everyday neighbors work together to support foster families and children in care. Instead of families navigating the challenges of caring for vulnerable children on their own, they are surrounded by practical support, encouragement, and meaningful resources.
Are you contemplating foster care but unsure how it impacts your family? Or perhaps you’re seeking ways to support foster families beyond opening your home? In this blog, we explore foster care through the inspiring story of foster care influencer,…
Spring Break looks different for foster families.
While many families are planning trips and special outings, foster and kinship families are often navigating unexpected childcare needs, tight budgets, and the challenge of keeping work commitments—especially in homes with multiple children.
In a recent episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, hosts Brian Mavis, Courtney Williams, and Travis Vangsnes answered recent listener submitted questions. This was a great way to delve into some of the complexities and emotional nuances of foster care.…
The things you do for yourself are gone when you are gone, but the things you do for others remain as your legacy. – N.D. Kalu In a recent episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, hosts Courtney Williams and Travis…
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” – African proverb In the realm of foster care, where challenges abound and resources are often stretched thin, WindShape Homes shines as a testament to…
This post is part of our podcast series on Go Upstream. In Episode 1, we set the stage with the heart behind the book and the vision for a world where every child belongs. “It is easier to build strong…
“Leadership should be born out of the understanding of the needs of those who would be affected by it.” Marian Anderson The Foster Friendly Podcast was excited to welcome the recent guest, Rapid City Mayor Jason Salumun to the show. Jason…
Kelly and Tracie Ward were recent guests on the Foster Friendly Podcast. The Wards are a compassionate and visionary couple deeply committed to fostering and adoption and have opened their hearts and home to numerous children. In the past two years…
