Foster care is family care

Being a foster parent is so much more than loving a child in your home. It’s also showing kindness to a family when they need it most.
It’s giving a child a safe place to land during a hard, scary time when they’re away from home. And it’s showing compassion to a parent who is likely overwhelmed, scared, and without a lot of support.
It’s helping a child stay connected to the only home they’ve ever known, in whatever way it’s safe to do so, and cheering on a family that’s living out a comeback story.
At Bethany, our heart beats for family. We want to see families strong, supported, and together. But we know there are times when families face challenges—and children need care.
That’s why we’re seeking foster parents who believe in families too.
Ways we provide foster care
Children and youth in the U.S.
When you become a foster parent, you give a child and their family the stability and support they need as parents work toward reunification.
Unaccompanied immigrant children and youth in the U.S.
Thousands of unaccompanied migrant children need a safe, loving home until they can be reunited with family. We urgently need foster parents to help.
Global family-based care
In response to the worldwide orphan crisis, we connect children in need with foster families in their country of origin.
Download free foster care resources
Download free resources to help spread the word about foster care and the urgent need for more foster parents.

Bulletin Insert
A two-sided bulletin insert you can share during your church services—even if you’re doing a livestream.

Poster
A beautiful poster to share virtually, or in your church, neighborhood, or office.

PowerPoint Slide
A PowerPoint slide to display during your church service or other presentation this month.
Learn more about how you can help
Stories & resources
Find articles, stories, and videos about fostering with Bethany.
Foster care video series
If you’ve been thinking about becoming a foster parent, these video series will answer common questions and help you think through next steps.
Connect with your local Bethany branch
Learn about foster care in your community and opportunities to volunteer.
Become a foster parent
Wherever you are in your foster care journey, we’re here for you. Contact us and we’ll connect you with your local Bethany office!
Contact Information
Not ready to foster?
You can help in other ways! Support Bethany’s foster care programs across the country and around the world with your financial gift.