150 million reasons to help
Today, 150 million kids don't have a permanent home. To us, that's simply unacceptable.
Together, we can change the world through family.
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Helping new mothers recover from substance use
October 12, 2021
When a woman is struggling with addiction and facing an unexpected pregnancy, it’s easy for her to feel hopeless and alone. That’s why Bethany meets these women where they are, in recovery and preparing to give birth.
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Engaged fathers lead to stronger families
October 12, 2021
While working with families enrolled in our family preservation program, Bethany’s Ethiopia team recognized that inviting fathers to become more engaged with their children would lead to stronger families.
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In the middle of a child's meltdown
August 26, 2021
Children with a trauma history can experience big emotions and challenging behaviors when they’re living in survival mode. As a foster parent, you can use these tips to calm the situation and help the child feel safe.
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After a child's meltdown
August 26, 2021
Trauma changes the way children respond when they feel unsafe. Their big emotions and challenging behaviors are a result of living in survival mode. As a foster parent, you can use these tips to respond to a child’s behavior and help them feel safe.
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We’re a team: How to advocate for your child
August 18, 2021
Knowing at least some of your child’s foster or adoption history helps teachers address their needs at school.
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Finding families for children in Ethiopia
July 14, 2021
Bethany is leading the effort to ensure Ethiopian orphans are in homes, not orphanages.
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Parents aren’t the problem; they’re the solution
June 23, 2021
A growing movement in child welfare is focusing on keeping children safe with parents, not from parents. And that one word makes all the difference.
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3 foster parents confront common myths
May 11, 2021
I’m too old.” “I’m single.” “I’ve never parented before.” None of this will stop you from being an incredible foster parent for vulnerable kids!
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7 ways to welcome refugees into your community
May 04, 2021
Refugees are being resettled in America from all over the world. Here’s how you can help welcome them into your community.
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Addressing questions and concerns about unaccompanied children and short-term immigrant foster care
April 27, 2021
The crisis at the border is complicated and divisive. But helping unaccompanied children is a faith statement, not a political one.
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