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Jan. 7, 2020Foster Kids for Adoption: The Huttons
Foster Kids for Adoption: The Huttons There are thousands of foster kids for adoption. Adopting a child of your own comes with a unique set of challenges. The process can consist of plenty of excitement, but also sadness. Overall, the joy that it gives to both the parents and child helps to overcome all obstacles.…
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Dec. 29, 2019The 2019 Year End Wrap Up
The 2019 Year End Wrap Up Can you believe it?!?!? 2019 is over and we helped so many kids in foster care together! It is amazing to reflect on all of the wonderful people we’ve worked with and the projects we have accomplished. Since this is the 2019 end of the year wrap up, we…
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Dec. 23, 2019Simple Team Building Activities with ZipRecruiter
Simple Team Building Activities with ZipRecruiter We love simple team building activities! Especially ones that allow us to hang out with our friends at ZipRecruiter. As Foster Love - Together We Rise continues to grow, one area we always excel in is hosting fun and simple team builds. This week we were able to spend some time out…
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Dec. 22, 2019The Joy of Adopting a Teen
The Joy of Adopting a Teen The joy of adopting a teen is often overlooked. 80% of children adopted through foster care are under the age of seven. The older a child gets, the slimmer their chances of finding a forever gets. However, the 44th Circuit Court in Howell, Michigan, showed the community the true…
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Dec. 22, 2019Adopting Through Foster Care: Jeena’s Story
Adopting Through Foster Care: Jeena’s Story Adopting through foster care is also the path in kinship adoption. A kinship adoption is the placement of a child with relatives, grandparents, or friends of the family. This is the route Jeena Wilder decided to go on. Jeena was already a busy mother of three but that didn’t…
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Dec. 22, 2019Siblings are Better Together
Siblings are Better Together Siblings are better together, at least that is one point we can all agree on. This winter the Melton family of Oklahoma City took this idea to heart. The Melton family of five did not have plans to grow but life had another plan. Learning a Hard Truth on TV Last…
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Dec. 12, 2019San Bernardino County Finalized 120 Adoptions
San Bernardino County Finalized 120 Adoptions San Bernardino County finalized 120 adoptions during a ceremony on November 21st. While adoptions happen year-round, San Bernardino County Children and Family Services host an annual adoption finalization celebration to unite families and friends for this occasion. The Hoover Family One of the families at the adoption event, the…
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Dec. 6, 2019UCLA Bruin Athletic Council Partner Help Foster Youth
UCLA Bruin Athletic Council Partner with Foster Love - Together We Rise to Help Foster Youth Brentwood, CA – UCLA’s Bruin Athletic Council partnered with Foster Love - Together We Rise for a community outreach project. The goal behind the project is to help replace trash bags with Sweet Case duffle bags to help foster youth. The service project took place…
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Dec. 5, 2019Judge’s Tough Approach to Foster Care
Judge’s Tough Approach to Foster Care Judge’s tough approach to foster care is transforming New Orleans. When you enter Judge Ernestine S. Gray’s courtroom it looks more like a preschool than a courtroom. There is a bookcase full of children’s classics and stuffed animals of every shape, size, and species. Making the Worst Day Better…
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Dec. 4, 2019Adoption Through Foster Care: Lori Ann
Adoption Through Foster Care: Lori Ann’s Journey Adoption through foster care stories are as diverse as the people who experience them. This story begins with a couple struggling with fertility, similar to some adoptions. It is devastating when you can’t conceive a child of your own but sometimes it can turn out as a blessing…
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Nov. 26, 2019Hollie’s Adoption from Foster Care Story
Hollie’s Adoption from Foster Care Story Hollie’s adoption from foster care story is unique. Not all adoption stories begin the same way. Some families foster with no intention of adopting. In Hollie Gray’s case, it started out as a journey to provide a safe and loving home for kids who needed it. But she soon discovers…
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Nov. 22, 2019Four Things TWR is Thankful For
Four Things TWR is Thankful For What are you thankful for? Well, as we enter this giving season the TWR team reflects on four things we are thankful for. 1. We are Thankful for Our Supporters The Foster Love - Together We Rise team is so grateful for our supporters nationwide. Whether you are a fan, volunteer, donor,…
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Nov. 21, 2019Foster Adoption: Jerren’s Story
Foster Adoption: Jerren’s Story Foster adoption is a beautiful way to grow one’s family. Not all foster adoptions look the same but the outcome of family and community is worth it. Jerren Morning always had plans of having biological kids once he got married. It became apparent that his path would turn out different when he…
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Nov. 20, 2019Foster Care Adoption: Jessica’s Journey
Foster Care Adoption: Jessica’s Journey Foster care adoption can be a long process for some. This week we are featuring Jessica’s story, a wife and a mom of two. She and her husband Brandyn didn’t have the easiest time with their adoption process as it is the type of love that you need to fight for.…
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Nov. 16, 2019Add a Charity Component to Your Team Building Ideas
Add a Charity Component to Your Team Building Ideas Step up your game and add a charity component to your team building ideas. Really! Team building and corporate and social responsibility are two efforts your organizations invest in. Might as well merge the two into one awesome day. How to Get Started Now that you…
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Nov. 15, 2019Austin Adoption Day 2019
Austin Adoption Day 2019 Austin Adoption Day 2019 brought some beautiful moments, especially for Taneeka Ingram’s family. Taneeka works as a home health nurse with Viva Pediatrics. Last October she received a life-changing call. A History The call came in and the woman on the line asked Taneeka if she remembered Jakobe. Of course, she…
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Nov. 14, 2019Adopting from Foster Care: Laura’s Story
Adopting from Foster Care: Laura’s Story Adopting from foster care is often a difficult journey. With the adoption of a child with special needs comes plenty of challenges but also provides just as much joy. With sacrifices and some hard work, Laura and her husband made things work. Here is their story on how they…
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Nov. 11, 2019Fun Team Building Activities with AIG
Fun Team Building Activities with AIG We love doing fun team building activities with AIG. This week we spent some time with them in NY for a Birthday Box build. Who is AIG? AIG is a multinational finance and insurance corporation that is committed to helping its community. Their sustainability report cites. At AIG, both…
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