Fostering Hope New England

05/31/2026

The average age of a child in foster care is 8 years old.

Third grade. Missing front teeth. Still sleeping with a favorite stuffed animal sometimes. Still needing help tying shoes, brushing tangles out of hair, and remembering homework folders.

Children in foster care are not numbers or headlines. They are kids in the middle of very real uncertainty.

As National Foster Care Month comes to a close, thank you for caring about children and families facing vulnerability and for being part of a community that believes every child deserves a safe and supported family.

05/28/2026

Everyone can do something.

Not everyone is called to be a foster parent—but some are. And others are called to bring a meal, babysit for an afternoon, provide ongoing mentoring for a youth, help with yardwork, or simply show up for a family walking through a hard season.

As we recognize National Foster Care Month, we hope to see a future where hundreds—thousands—step in across New England. Where healing multiplies through ordinary people showing up with love.

The six individuals featured in the video above have each found their place to serve. Not by doing everything—but by doing something. Each one discovered a meaningful way to contribute that aligned with their skills, calling and capacity. Imagine the impact of 1,000 small steps, taken in love, multiplying into lasting change for children and families.

Consider how God might be inviting you to find your fit in the story of foster care. What’s your something?

05/27/2026

The average child spends about 22 months in foster care.

That’s almost two years of waiting.

Two years of court dates, visits, case plans, hard conversations, and big emotions for everyone involved.

And in the middle of it all is a child simply trying to make sense of their world. Sometimes those months are marked by multiple transitions and uncertainty. Sometimes they are spent in one steady, caring home while families work toward reunification.

This National Foster Care Month, we’re grateful for every person who chooses to show up with compassion and consistency for children and families facing vulnerability.

05/26/2026

Nearly 19,000 children and youth in New England are in foster care, each in need of a safe and well-supported family. While the goal is always safe and timely reunification with biological families, there remains an urgent need for temporary foster homes and, when reunification isn’t possible, permanent adoptive families.

If you’re a single Christian adult who’s considering fostering or adopting but aren't sure it's possible, this is a great opportunity to learn more. If you’re already a foster or adoptive parent, this is a space to connect with others on a similar path.

Come with your questions and connect with others in a no-pressure environment—whether you’re exploring next steps or simply want to better understand how to support children and families in your community.

Share this with a friend or register at fosteringhope.org/singles-foster.

05/25/2026

Every child deserves a place to belong. In New England, nearly 19,000 youth are in foster care. Some need a temporary home for a season, while others are waiting for an adoptive family to call their own.

If you’ve ever wondered about fostering or adopting, join us Monday, June 1st, 7–8:30pm for a free virtual info session. Hear from DCF specialists and families who have opened their hearts and homes to children in foster care.

➡️ Register at fosteringhope.org/juneinfosession

05/21/2026

We believe as long as there are children who need temporary or permanent families, the Church needs to be part of the solution. And our hope is simple: that every person would see they have a role to play. Because when each of us does something, together we can create a culture of support within the church that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families facing vulnerability.

Watch this short video to see what can happen when the church shows up in tangible ways.

05/20/2026

Thinking about foster care or adoption?

Join us for a free virtual info session on Monday, June 1, from 7–8:30 pm.

With nearly 19,000 youth in foster care across New England, the need is real—and the Church is called to respond with love and hospitality. Faith compels us to meet the need for more safe and supported homes by extending radical love and hospitality to children and families in our community.

You'll hear from DCF specialists and current foster/adoptive families in a no-pressure space to learn and ask questions. If you've considered becoming a foster parent, this session qualifies as an official DCF info session required to apply for licensure in Massachusetts. If you're still unsure but want to learn more, there is no obligation to move forward after attending.

🌐 Register now: fosteringhope.org/juneinfosession

05/20/2026

05/15/2026

On May 9th, friends from across the region gathered for our second annual Vision Dinner: Seen & Known. It was an evening of powerful stories, shared purpose, and a bold vision for the future.

We are so grateful for each attendee and donor. Your support is critical to continue serving children and families impacted by foster care in Southern New England.

05/11/2026

That means, this year, thousands of children and youth will enter the foster care system and step into a season marked by instability and unfamiliarity.

During National Foster Care Month, we bring awareness to how important it is for these children to have safe and supported families walking alongside them. In Southern New England alone, there are 11,000 children under 18 in foster care, but only 6,000 licensed foster families. That's a huge gap. This need is not only about individuals and families saying yes to fostering, though that calling matters immensely. It's also about entire communities choosing to show up.

When caregivers are surrounded by practical help, encouragement, and consistent support, they are able to keep going on the hardest days.