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Category: AFFCF Blog

AFFCF Blogs

December 27, 2017

Goal-Setting With Children In Foster Care


The goals of the foster system prioritize what’s best for the child, yet they are not set by the child.… Continue reading Goal-Setting With Children In Foster Care

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Published December 27, 2017
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Parenting & Caregiving

March 11, 2021

Guide to Charitable Donation Tax Deductions in Arizona


Updated March 19, 2026 When you make a charitable contribution to a non-profit organization, it is incredibly rewarding to know… Continue reading Guide to Charitable Donation Tax Deductions in Arizona

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Published March 11, 2021
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Ways to Give & Tax Credits

February 8, 2019

Help Build Self-Esteem in Foster Children


Building self-esteem can be a tricky issue. Simply praising a child is not going to be enough, and overpraising can… Continue reading Help Build Self-Esteem in Foster Children

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Published February 8, 2019
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Parenting & Caregiving

September 15, 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month A Time to Highlight Hispanic Youth in Foster Care


National Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, celebrates the rich cultural heritage, history and contributions of… Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month A Time to Highlight Hispanic Youth in Foster Care

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Published September 15, 2024
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Family Activities & Holidays

November 7, 2025

Holiday Traditions for Foster Families: Building Belonging


The holiday season is about more than gifts. It creates connection, belonging, and shared traditions. For children in foster care,… Continue reading Holiday Traditions for Foster Families: Building Belonging

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Published November 7, 2025
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Family Activities & Holidays, Parenting & Caregiving

April 23, 2025

How Much Does it Cost to Adopt a Child from Foster Care?


Adoption can come with financial challenges, whether pursued domestically or internationally. Adopting from foster care, however, is often more financially… Continue reading How Much Does it Cost to Adopt a Child from Foster Care?

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Published April 23, 2025
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Foster Care Basics

June 1, 2026

How Much Does It Cost to Foster a Child?


Blog Highlights: State government entities (Department of Child Safety (DCS), Department Economic Security (DES), AHCCCS) cover many of the costs… Continue reading How Much Does It Cost to Foster a Child?

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Published June 1, 2026
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Foster Care Basics Tagged #FosterCare #AFFCF #MakeADifference

April 23, 2018

How Music Impacts Children


Do you remember being forced to play the recorder in fourth grade? There’s a reason for that. Research shows that… Continue reading How Music Impacts Children

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Published April 23, 2018
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Parenting & Caregiving

December 16, 2020

How the Keys to Financial Success Program has Changed


When AFFCF first launched the Keys to Financial Success program nearly seven years ago, our aim was to help youth… Continue reading How the Keys to Financial Success Program has Changed

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Published December 16, 2020
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Aging Out & Transitioning, Education & Scholarships
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