Fostering Hope

Many abused and neglected children enter foster care with little more than the clothes on their backs. A Fostering Hope package gives a child a little something to call his or her own, and a little something to do while waiting for a placement.

kids with brand new pajamas

Won't you help by creating - or having your group create - some Fostering Hope packages?

Typical items for children 3 and older (put in a gym bag or backpack):

  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrush
  • Shampoo/conditioner
  • Deodorant
  • Brush/comb
  • Hair supplies
  • Notebooks
  • Pens/pencils
  • Markers
  • Age appropriate book
  • Diary/journal
  • Puzzle
  • Coloring book

Typical items for children 2 and younger (put in a diaper bag):

  • Diapers
  • Wipes
  • Baby powder
  • Cuddle toys
  • Blanket
  • Baby book