In the spring of 2018, Ethan saw a post on Facebook about Kidsave, an organization that brings older children from Colombia to the United States through its Summer Miracles® Program. Children stay with host families to learn about U.S. culture and experience life with an American family. At the end of the visit, some families
An Essential Family Reading Guide for Fighting Racism
As protests grow over the killing of George Floyd and the all too many black lives that have been taken, many parents find themselves unsure about how to talk to their kids about racism, death, and unrest. One place to start is through books. “Reading provides a valuable look at the past and an avenue
For Our Children, We Must Confront Racism
“You can get killed just for living in your American skin.” These lyrics were sung by Bruce Springsteen in American Skin, a song about the 1991 death of a black man at the hands of four New York police officers. This song was used later to train parents planning to adopt transracially, to highlight the
Infographic: Aging Out of Foster Care
Transitioning from childhood to young adulthood includes plenty of challenges, but for youth aging out of foster care, the challenges are even greater. 23,000 kids in the U.S. will age out of foster care this year. National studies have shown that within two to four years of leaving foster care at age 18: 25% won’t
Infographic | Foster Care in Minnesota
May is National Foster Care Month across the U.S. According to the Children’s Bureau “it’s a time to recognize that we each can play a part in enhancing the lives of children and youth in foster care.” The primary purpose of foster care, also known as out-of-home care, is to provide a safe and stable
How to Begin Your Adoption or Foster Care Journey During a Pandemic
The past few months have been overwhelming, to say the least. Adapting to new schedules and routines, experiencing an increased sense of anxiety about the future, and the sudden postponement or cancellation of long-anticipated life events are just a few of the challenges we are all facing during these uncertain times. While it can feel
23 Crucial Questions to Ask at Foster Care Placement Meetings
This content was originally published by Creating a Family, the national infertility education and support nonprofit. As a foster parent or adoptive parent, you need as much information as possible upfront — before you accept the placement to help you decide on whether you are a good match for this child and will be able
Behind the Desk With Audrey Williams
In our series, Behind the Desk, we’re catching up with some of the incredibly talented, dedicated, and caring individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we’re featuring Audrey Williams, a Kinship Worker who works out of our St. Paul office. Although we’re working remotely these days, Audrey’s positive energy and warm
Meet Quentin: An Easy-Going Teen Who Loves Sports
Quentin is a laid-back, yet insightful, 16-year old who loves music, movies, and playing and watching sports. Whether watching basketball or football, Quentin always cheers for his home-state teams and says proudly, “I’m a Minnesota person all the way!” At school, Quentin looks forward to being active in Phy Ed, learning about geology in Earth
Listen Up! Your Guide to Adoption & Foster Care Themed Podcasts
With the Golden Age of podcasting upon us, there is no shortage of stories, interviews, and conversations to enjoy. From binge-worthy true crime investigations to the latest in news, arts, and culture, there are countless hours of entertaining, educational, and informative podcasts covering a wide variety of topics – including adoption and foster care. With
