Building Families for Children

09/01/2026

Join Building Families for an afternoon of art, storytelling, and conversation around mental health and wellness.

📆 Saturday, September 26, 2026 ⏰ 2–6 PM
📍 East Columbia 50+ Center, Columbia, MD 💛 Free, all ages

The event will feature:
🎨 Artwork created by youth and community members
💬 Personal stories of hope and recovery
📽️ Short films about mental wellness
🍽️ A shared meal
📃 Access to mental health resources
🫂 Meaningful opportunities for conversation and connection

We hope to see you there!
🔗 Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/hopefulvoiceshoco

08/20/2026

08/07/2026

🎒 269 Backpacks. Countless Smiles.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, church partners, volunteers, and community supporters, 269 students will start the school year with the supplies they need and the confidence to succeed.

Together, we packed backpacks for children across Howard County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, and Prince George's County—bringing hope and encouragement to families as they prepare for a new school year.

Thank you to everyone who donated, packed, and served alongside us. Your kindness reminds families that they are seen, supported, and loved.

💙 Because of your kindness, H.O.P.E. is alive—bringing Healing, Opportunity, Purpose, Every Day.

07/31/2026

💙 Thank you, Lake Shore Baptist Church ! 💙

For many years, Lakeshore Baptist Church has faithfully partnered with Building Families for Children, demonstrating the love of Christ through generous support, prayer, and a heart for vulnerable children and families.

Your commitment has helped provide hope, encouragement, and practical care to children in crisis, foster and adoptive families, and parents facing difficult seasons. Because of churches like yours, lives are being changed every day.

Thank you for standing with us and being a shining example of what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus. We are deeply grateful for your friendship, your faithfulness, and your investment in this ministry.

Together, we are building stronger families, strengthening our communities, and sharing the hope of Christ—one family at a time.

❤️ Thank you, Lakeshore Baptist Church, for making a lasting difference!

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07/29/2026

Meet Ed Harrison, Our Development Manager! 💙

At Building Families for Children, we're proud to recognize Ed Harrison, our dedicated Development Manager, whose passion and commitment help advance our mission of finding safe, loving, and permanent families for children.

Ed works tirelessly to build meaningful relationships with donors, community partners, and supporters who make it possible for us to provide hope, stability, and brighter futures for children and families. His leadership and dedication play a vital role in strengthening our impact every day.

Please join us in thanking Ed for his hard work and unwavering commitment to the children and families we serve. Together, we're building stronger families and transforming lives.

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07/27/2026

✨ Community Partners Making a Difference! ✨

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Penske Baltimore District/Mid-Atlantic for their generous donation of school supplies for our 2026 Book Bag Drive.

A special thank you to Vanessa Bennett and David Evans, who took the time to visit our office and personally deliver this awesome donation. Your support and commitment to our community are truly appreciated!

Because of contributions like these, we can help ensure that students have the essential supplies they need to begin the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn. Together, we are building stronger communities and creating brighter futures for our children.

Thank you, Penske Baltimore District/Mid-Atlantic, for your partnership and dedication to giving back! 💛📚✏️🎒

07/17/2026

❤️ Safe Families for Children FY26 Impact Report ❤️

Thank you to every volunteer, Host Family, supporter, and community partner who helped make this possible. Together, we are surrounding families with hope, support, and care! 💙

07/15/2026

Thank You, Tower Federal Credit Union and TowerCares! 💙

Building Families for Children is deeply grateful to Tower Federal Credit Union's TowerCares Foundation for their generous grant and continued support of our mission.

We were honored to welcome Al Smith, TowerCares Board Member, and Mary-Brigid McCauley, who presented the grant on behalf of TowerCares. Partnerships like this help us continue providing critical services and support to children and families in our community.

Thank you, TowerCares, for your commitment to strengthening families and creating brighter futures. Together, we are making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

07/10/2026

🤩MEET THE AMAZING TEAM:

💙 Every child deserves a family. As a former CHOSEN Treatment Social Worker turned CHOSEN Foster Parent Recruiter, Sarah Andoh-Kesson is dedicated to finding compassionate foster parents who can provide children with the love, stability, and support they deserve. Through her work, she helps turn hope into belonging and creates lifelong connections—one child, one family, and one brighter future at a time. 💙

Know someone who would make a great foster parent?👍Help us spread the word and make a difference in a child's life. Reach out today to learn how they can open their heart and home to a child in need. https://buildingfamiliesforchildren.org/contact-us/

07/08/2026

"When children are moved so often, they lose not only consistent parenting but any relationships they’ve developed with teachers or friends at school. Moved-around children feel no place is home."

Every child deserves a safe place to belong. ❤️

Childhood trauma and family instability can have lifelong impacts, but caring relationships can change a child's future. Through Safe Families for Children, compassionate volunteers provide safe, supportive homes and encouragement for families in crisis, helping parents stabilize and children remain connected to family and community.

Together, we can offer hope, prevent crises from becoming tragedies, and show families they don't have to face challenges alone.

Read the full article from Christianity Today below.

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One placement may be a lifesaver, but frequent moves teach vulnerable children distrust and dependency.