Sarah’s Story: Finding My Village of Support
My husband and I decided to become foster parents after years of struggling to have our own kids. I was tired of focusing on my health and... read more
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Help for Summer Activities: Scholarships and Financial Aid for Foster Families
We know summer activities can be expensive. Foster Village Northeast KS is here to help!
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Volunteer Spotlight: Childcare Volunteer Coordinator Lydia Fuqua
Hi, I'm Lydia! I'm relatively new to volunteering with Foster Village. In fact, my connection to the organization stems from being a foster... read more
KU's TRIO Program Helps Students Navigate College Life
The TRIO program at the University of Kansas is a comprehensive support system dedicated to helping students persist in their studies and... read more
Kansas Foster Care Watch: Lawmaker's Proposed Changes to Neglect Definition
Recently, Kansas lawmakers started to explore changing the legal definition of neglect for foster care.
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Shannon's Story: How Fostering Reshaped One Family’s Vision for Adoption
When Shannon and her husband first decided to become foster parents, they wanted to give their 11-year-old son a sibling. However, their... read more
Volunteer Spotlight: Resource Closet Coordinator Sarah Jackson
Hi, I'm Sarah. I've been volunteering with Foster Village since its early days, having watched friends navigate the difficult road of... read more
Foster Village Northeast KS Announces Youth Extracurricular Scholarship Program
We’re excited to announce that thanks to a grant from LiveWell Douglas County, we’re providing scholarships to help kids in foster care... read more
Kate's Story: Offering Sanity Through Support for Foster Families
Kate and her husband have four biological children, but they felt their family was incomplete.
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This Giving Season, Be the Village for Local Foster Families
As you map out your 2024 holiday season giving plans, we invite you to be part of building a strong village for foster, adoptive, and... read more
Volunteer Spotlight: CNO Coordinator Emma Wagemaker
Emma Wagemaker has found joy and purpose in supporting the mission of Foster Village, particularly through Caregiver Night Out (CNO)... read more
Staci's Story: Called to Foster, Sustained by a Village
When Staci's family moved to Northeast Kansas, they were quickly confronted with the fostering needs in their community.
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