Tens of thousands of children are in state custody.  They have been neglected and/or abused.  They are hurting, frightened, and confused.  Opening your heart and home changes their lives forever.  It is exactly what these vulnerable children need. Being safe and loved provides security, brings hope, and helps restore the belief that they are loveable.

You might be surprised at WHO can foster - it is not as complicated as you might think!  For example, you don't have to be married to foster, and you don't have to own your own home.  You must be at least 21 years of age, a legal U.S. and state resident, and able to pass a fingerprint based criminal history records check.   Every foster home means that children don't have to stay in shelters or group homes. 

If you meet these requirements, and would like to know more about becoming a foster parent, we would like to e-mail you some information on the process of becoming a licensed foster home.