October 12, 2018
There are many debates about the responsibility that we as a society have to the various charities and social assistance… Continue reading Funding Childhood Poverty Programs is Key to Social Mobility
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
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
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
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
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
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
Did you know that there are approximately 10,000 children and youth in Arizona’s foster care system, but less than 2,400… Continue reading How to Become a Foster Parent in Arizona
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