Whether you’re a foster or adoptive parent, kinship caregiver, bio parent, social worker, former foster youth, or just someone who cares, there are resources here for you!

Looking for states-specific resources for information on how to foster, adopt or provide kinship care? Please visit Foster Care Certification Resources by State.

Financial Resources for Adoptive Families

The Dave Thomas Foundation’s list of FAQs and financial resources available to support families on the adoption journey.

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Royal Family Kids Camp

Summer camp for children currently or previously in foster care where all adults are trauma informed.

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The Forgotten Adoption Option

Marcy Bursac is on a mission to empower and equip individuals and couples to take the path of Adoption through Foster Care.

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The Body Keeps Score

The Body Keeps the Score exposes the tremendous power of our relationships both to hurt and to heal—and offers new hope for reclaiming lives.

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Fearless Fostering Podcast

It’s a podcast, but it’s more like chatting with a gal pal. From quick, actionable steps to make your foster care journey easier, to interviews with foster and adoptive mamas, the Fearless Fostering Podcast delivers education and encouragement weekly.

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Tori Hope Peterson

I am not a voice for the voiceless – I aim to offer opportunity for the voiceless to raise their voices.

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Foster Parent Help and Support Group

Find help and community with over 40K other foster parents and kinship caregivers in this Facebook support group. Moderators include foster care expert Dr. John DeGarmo.

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Financial Training for Foster Youth

The Casey Foundation offers a comprehensive financial education curriculum — built around eight modules or “keys” — to help youth grow their financial aptitude and make better financial decisions.

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Follow the Love: Permanent Connections Scaffolding

A groundbreaking guidebook meticulously crafted for child welfare stakeholders dedicated to empowering young people navigating the challenging transition out of the foster care system.

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The Stuffed Giraffe: A Foster Care Story

The Stuffed Giraffe is the story of Ben, a little boy who is full of excitement (and a little bit of nervousness) at the thought of becoming a foster brother.

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Set Free: A Childhood Memoir

In this memoir, Destini shares her vivid and detailed memories of her experience navigating child abuse, kinship care, foster care and finding a future despite the broken pieces of the past.

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Cultivate Connection Online Course

The purpose of Cultivate Connection is to empower parents and caregivers to be confident, calm, curious, compassionate and connected.

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