Missouri Alliance for Children and Families

06/19/2026

Today, we observe Juneteenth. Let this day celebrate growth, learning and the ongoing work toward equality and freedom.

06/17/2026

We’re proud to have hosted the 2026 MACF FCCM Conference with the theme “Equipped for Impact.” The conference brought child welfare professionals together for two impactful days of learning, connection and growth. With engaging sessions and an inspiring keynote from Gaelin Elmore, attendees left better equipped to support children and families across Missouri.

👏 Congratulations to our award recipients:
🏆 GOAT Award – Springfield MBCH
📈 Permanency Achievement – Springfield KVC
🤝 Collaboration Award – Shana Franklin

Thank you to everyone who made this event a success! 💙

06/14/2026

We’re thrilled to have completed our fourth year hosting TBRI Camp Connect for children in foster care and their families as they work toward permanency. Camp Connect, led by our TBRI Team, was held May 29-30. The focus was on building a foundation of hope, helping children and caregivers heal from their past experiences, encouraging them to see the possibilities ahead all while we strengthen connections along the way.

We are incredibly grateful for the staff and volunteers who invest so much care and energy into these youth and caregivers. We also appreciate being able to use the facilities at Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Springfield.

It was an emotional weekend for many, but the growth and progress already taking place has been remarkable. The hard part continues as our staff dig deeper, planting more seeds of hope, and nurturing them so they can flourish while we work together to remove the obstacles that stand in their way.

06/11/2026

Become A Kindness Keeper with our partner Cornerstones of Care💙

Every child deserves to feel safe, fed, and supported. 💛 At Cornerstones of Care, your monthly gift makes that possible.

Your $14/month = art supplies that spark healing. 🎨
Your $36/month = a safe night of shelter for a child in crisis. 🛏️

Every dollar, every month — it adds up to something real. 💙 Become a Kindness Keeper today.

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06/08/2026

June is National Reunification Month, when we celebrate the power of family reunification and its positive impact on the lives of children in the foster care system and their parents. We invite you to join us in raising awareness about the critical need for supportive services to help families safely reunite.

06/05/2026

Always make sure a responsive, attentive adult is ACTIVELY watching tweens and teens too!

In 2024, 15 children drowned in Missouri. Of the 15 children who
drowned in Missouri, twelve were age four and under, one was age five to nine, one was age 10-14, and one was age 15-17.

Always make sure that a responsible, attentive adult is ACTIVELY monitoring children who are playing in or near water. Drowning is silent, so being present isn’t enough. Be AWARE.

06/02/2026

Happy birthday to MACF staff members born in June! We are thankful to have you as valued members of our team!🥳🎂🎊

05/31/2026

Congratulations to our staff who celebrated work anniversaries in May. A special shoutout to Laurie Clark, who celebrated 20 years with us!!!! We are grateful for her dedicated and caring service to Missouri children and families. MACF is fortunate to have such an awesome team. Thank you!🎉🥳💯

05/30/2026

Foster Parent Appreciation Month is coming to a close, but our appreciation for all of the caregivers who open their hearts and homes to children continues on. We couldn’t do it without our amazing foster parents like Liz Rider. She understands that behavioral challenges have solutions and works collaboratively with everyone involved to help youth develop new skills for communicating their needs. Liz firmly believes in second, third and even fourth chances. She knows that children must feel safe, comfortable and loved before true healing can begin. Liz never takes outbursts personally; instead, she recognizes that with time, patience and consistent care, children can begin fresh and rediscover their childhood dreams. She is an absolute joy to work with and provides a nurturing home where children can heal, learn, grow, and truly thrive. We offer our thanks to Liz and to all of our foster parents! For more information on becoming a foster parent, msg us below.

05/28/2026

As we observe Foster Parent Appreciation Month this May, we are recognizing our many dedicated foster parents like Carolyn Bowers. She is a strong, independent woman with a heartfelt mission to uplift and empower young girls, guiding them to grow into responsible, respectful women. Carolyn enjoys creating meaningful memories through mini vacations and fun shopping outings with the youth in her care. Thank you, Carolyn, for your unwavering dedication, compassion and the incredible work you do in fostering. Your impact truly makes a difference!