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Learn more about foster care and read our most inspiring stories.
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7 Things You Should Know About Foster Care: Myths vs Facts
Think you know foster care? Think again. From who can foster to why kids enter the system, there are a lot of myths clouding the truth. In this article, we reveal 7 of the most common foster care misconceptions—so you can better understand, support, or even step into this life-changing
What Do Private Agencies Do?
Curious about private foster care agencies? Discover how the 7 Private License Placement Agencies (PLPAs) partnering with Every Child Arkansas support foster families. From 24/7 case management to grocery and transportation aid, PLPAs provide vital resources beyond state services—making foster care more supported, accessible, and community-driven.
5 Reasons to Foster Siblings
Want to make the biggest impact in a child’s life? Foster to keep siblings together. In Arkansas, too many children in foster care are separated from their brothers and sisters. Discover 5 powerful reasons why fostering sibling groups matters—and how it brings comfort, stability, and lifelong connection.
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Home Away from Home for the Holidays: Bringing Cheer and Belonging to Kids in Foster Care
The holidays can feel bittersweet for children in foster care, many spending the season away from familiar faces and traditions. Home Away from Home for the Holidays invites caring hearts to ensure every child experiences love, comfort, and belonging during this special time—because every child deserves to feel at home.
What is Family Reunification and Why It Matters More Than Ever
Family reunification is the heart of foster care—because every child deserves a safe path back to their family. Discover why reunification matters now more than ever, how the process works, and what role foster parents can play in helping children heal, grow, and return home stronger than before.
Foster Care Awareness Month: Foster Care Through Community and Giving
May is Foster Care Awareness Month—a powerful time to support children and families in Arkansas. From giving and volunteering to raising awareness, your actions matter. Discover how foster care thrives when rooted in community and how you can make a lasting impact through donations, emotional support, and local involvement that
The Importance of Case Workers in the Foster Care System
Case workers are the heartbeat of foster care—advocates, guides, and lifelines for children and families in crisis. Discover how these unsung heroes bridge gaps, offer hope, and make lasting change. Learn why their role is vital to the success of foster care in Arkansas and beyond.
Make a Difference as a Foster Care Volunteer
You don’t have to be a foster parent to make a difference. Foster care volunteers in Arkansas provide vital support to children and families—from mentoring and advocacy to donation drives and emotional care. Discover how volunteering in the foster care system brings hope, healing, and meaningful impact to your community—one
The Power of Cultural Continuity in Foster Care
Cultural continuity in foster care helps children stay connected to their heritage, identity, and community—key to emotional stability and self-worth. Learn why placing kids with culturally aware foster families matters, and how families of color play a vital role in creating healing, resilient homes for children in Arkansas foster care.
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